MADRID: Just over a month after completing his dream move from Lyon to Real Madrid, Mali international Mahamadou Diarra will take on his former employers in the Champions League group stage today.
Diarra, who can expect a hot reception when he returns to the Stade Gerland after a protracted close season transfer saga,has been an instant success in Madrid under Italian coach Fabio Capello, adapting easily to his defensive midfield role.
