Fletcher won’t underestimate Bayern

(GSM) – Darren Fletcher is confident Manchester United will learn from Real Madrid’s shock exit and will not underestimate any team.

The Champions League draw handed United a tough draw as they were paired with Bayern Munich. Provided they beat Bayern, Sir Alex Ferguson’s men would then have lock horns with either Lyon or Bordeaux to reach a third successive final.

But Fletcher respects every team in the competition and regards the draw as a tough one.

“You can be too presumptuous and start looking too far ahead,” he said.

“People can say various things about the draw but the fact is these teams are in this competition because they have beaten big sides along the way.

“You don’t get to the quarter or semi-final of the Champions League by being a poor side.

“The warning signs are there. If you go into a tie underestimating a team like Lyon, for instance, you will be out.”

“It is a tough draw,” Fletcher added. “Outside of Barcelona, it is probably as tough as you could have got.

“We played them in pre-season and we were very impressed with them under Louis van Gaal. Since Christmas they have hit a bit of form. They have understood the way Louis van Gaal wants them to play.

“In Robben and Ribery, they have two of the best wingers in world football and are definitely a real danger in the tournament.”

The first leg is at the Allianz Arena on 30th March with the return at Old Trafford on 7th April.