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Beckham: Champions League is Madrid and Ronaldo's moment to shine

David Beckham conceded Real Madrid face a tough task against in-form Paris Saint-Germain but he believes the blockbuster Champions League last-16 tie is the Spanish team's time to shine.

Madrid became the first side to retain the Champions League title last season, while they also won La Liga as Cristiano Ronaldo spearheaded the double, but Zinedine Zidane's men have endured a campaign to forget in 2017-18.

The Spanish champions are fourth and a staggering 19 points adrift of bitter rivals Barcelona as they prepare to face Ligue 1 leaders PSG on February 14.

While acknowledging the challenge of PSG, Beckham said via Marca: "It is going to be difficult with PSG on top form at the moment.