The Argentine, who was a popular figure at Old Trafford, was roundly booed throughout United’s 4-3 win.
Tevez told the Daily Mail: “I must admit I did believe I would get a different reception from the United supporters.
“Initially everything was positive and I was greeted by my former team-mates and United staff without any problems at all.
“But as soon as I entered the field the atmosphere was very different. It was hard to take because previously I was always wanted by those people.”