Manchester United legend Andy Cole reckons David Beckham will be emotional tonight when he lines up against his former club with AC Milan.

Beckham has already declared it is "the right time" to face his old team. But from his own experience, Cole knows the emotions cannot be easily suppressed on such a special night.

"It is going to be very difficult for Becks," said Cole, who has been confirmed as an ambassador for England's 2018 World Cup bid campaign.

"Manchester United were the club he always wanted to play for; the club he won so much at and served with such distinction.

"The fans love him and he has a special place in the club's history.

"He has nothing to prove but it is the first time, and there will be so much going through his mind. It is bound to be hard."