Dubai, Jan. 7 : A. C. Milan coach Carlo Ancelotti has praised England football star David Beckham for his performance on debut in a friendly victory over Hamburg last night.

Becks played the opening 45 minutes of the showpiece clash in Dubai, which the Italian giants won 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw.

The former England skipper, 33, put in a solid performance and Ancelotti said: “He gave a very good impression. Dynamic quality and also he is an intelligent player.

“Obviously he is not at his maximum because for two months he didn’t do anything. But he had a good week with us and now he is in a good condition and can make a good contribution to the team,” The Sun quoted Ancelotti, as saying further.

Beckham has joined the Serie A club on a short loan spell from LA Galaxy during the US close season to keep up his fitness and stay in contention for an England spot.

Becks said: “I’m still part of the national team. When I’m playing and when I’m fit the manager has always said there’s a chance he’ll pick me. I’ve never played in the Italian league before so it’s going to be exciting.” (ANI)