Gary Caldwell: Exeter City ‘rode their luck’ in cup win against Barnet says boss

Northern Ireland striker Josh Magennis continued his good form as he scored a hat-trick.

It took his tally to five goals in as many games for club and country after the 34-year-old began his City career with 10 goalless appearances.

“He looked ready for the game and that’s what he’s been all season,” Caldwell said of his summer signing.

“He’s been a man really, his experience and his attitude rubs off on others and he led the line fantastically well.

“It wasn’t until the finishers came on – all of them made a huge impact on the game – Jay Bird, Demi Mitchell, Kami Doyle, Ed Francis and then even late in the game Fitzy (Jack Fitzwater), when you need a sub to come on and within seconds he’s got his gear on, he’s ready.

“That’s what we need. We need everyone buying into it to try to contribute to three competitions this year.

“We’re going to need all the squad, and today the five finishers and Josh Magennis were were the difference and got us over the line.”