"Good players fit in anywhere. I have never heard of a good player that has not fitted into a good team -- and with both Real and Manchester United we are talking about teams that have not changed much throughout the years," he said.
"When we played in the 1950s, there were so many players on each side that could decide matches on their own," he said.
"Now, in 2003, we can look at the two teams and say exactly the same. To compare individual talents between the 1950s and present day may be dangerous, but the over-riding principle remains," he said.
Di Stefano, who many people still consider to be one of the greatest players of all time, added: "I see this as a 50/50 tie.
"The two clubs are both aware of each other's history, but the one thing I believe we can guarantee is that they will both be spectacular matches.," he said.
Former Old Trafford striker Law, who said recently he expected United to be competing in the Champions League "for the next 50 years" is also licking his lips in anticipation of the battle of the two European heavyweights, the first leg of which will be held in Spain on Tuesday.
"It's just unfortunate that we have drawn each other at this stage," said the 63-year-old Scot. "It would have been a perfect final to have Real Madrid play Manchester United at Old Trafford, but it was not meant to be."
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