Becks ready for bad reception

David Beckham looks to be taking it all in his stride during a radio interview ahead of the game many predict will provide the greatest test of his career.

The England captain has been the focus of attention in Spain this week as Real Madrid prepare to visit Barcelona's Nou Camp stadium tomorrow night.

The £25million signing is sure to be targeted by the Catalan crowd after snubbing Barca president Joan Laporta in the summer and signing instead for their eternal rivals Real.

But Madrid's latest superstar is full of confidence that he can help his side to their first league victory in Barcelona for 20 years.

Beckham said ahead of the match: 'I'm sure I won't get a quiet reception when I get there, but I look forward to it. I always enjoy playing in the big games ... and they don't come much bigger than this.'

Madrid are on a high after regaining the league leadership on Wednesday with a 2-0 win over city rivals Atletico.