Gary Caldwell has given his reaction as the Grecians suffered a 2-0 home defeat to Birmingham City.
Tomoki Iwata scored early before Jay Stansfield marked his return to Devon with a goal from the penalty spot in the second half, as the Grecians struggled to create chances against the high-flying Blues.
"We knew it was going to be a tough game and it proved to be the case. The players gave everything."
"We managed to contain them out of possession, but you see their quality all over the pitch. I have always been convinced they will win the league.
"It is a night where we learn, and we have to understand that when we play these big games we still have to play our way and be brave.
"We won't play teams like them every week, thankfully."
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