Boss: Best team won
Sir Alex held his hands up and admitted the best team had won as United crashed to a 3-0 defeat in the San Siro.
Defensive errors have plagued the Reds in recent weeks and AC Milan showed no mercy as they marched toward the Champions League final.
"We gave away goals very cheaply and at this level you can't do that," the United boss said. "Credit to them: they pressed us really well and were very well prepared. They were certainly sharper and quicker to the ball. They've been good winners."
Certainly, Kaka and Gennaro Gattuso excelled in Milan's midfield and gave Paul Scholes and Michael Carrick little room to operate in.
"Without question, we were on the back foot all the time. Even in possession of the ball we found it difficult. I think they were better prepared, physically. They've been resting players and that can make a difference. We've had to play the same players all the time.
"For 15 minutes after half-time we looked like we were getting some momentum and had a few shots blocked. But we needed that goal to turn the game around. In fairness, we didn't really look like we were going to score."
The Reds' attentions now turn back to the Premiership, where United face Manchester City on Saturday.
"You have to put the disappointment behind you," Sir Alex insisted. "That's always been a measure of this club for many years now.
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