Real Madrid ace Kaka has welcomed being grouped with former club AC Milan in their Champions League pool. Real will also face Olympique Marseille and FC Zurich and Kaka said: "Going back to Milan is something very special for me because I will face my friends and a club that I have a great affection for.

"It will be a special qualifier for me. I expect a very good reception because I am very fond of the San Siro public.

"I have a lot of respect not only for Milan, but also Zurich and Olympique Marseille because they are great teams. We want to do well in the European Cup and I see my teammates excited and focused to do something important.

"The final is at home and we want to win it."