Gary Caldwell has given his thoughts as the Grecians recorded a routine 2-0 victory over League Two side Chesterfield to secure a spot in the third round of the Emirates FA Cup for the first time since 2021.
Goals either side of the break from Tristan Crama and Josh Magennis sealed the win in a professional, and somewhat comfortable manner.
"We took control right from the start. We went back to our traditional 3-2-2-3 and caused them problems in wide areas with our speed. We could have scored more and that's something we need to improve, and we can be more ruthless."
"We had total control and it wasn't in doubt. It is a good place to be after two defeats, it's never easy. We had to regroup.
"The cup is never easy as we knew they would come and have a go, but we are in the hat for the next round and that is all that matters."
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