It is generally 'conceded' [='acknowledged, agreed'] that they are the superior team. [=most people agree that they are the superior team]
When she noted that the economy was actually improving, he grudgingly/reluctantly 'conceded' the point. [=he admitted that she was right]
Although it seems clear that he has lost the election, he still refuses to 'concede'.
(..) See, you should admit it. Admit it that your science is bunk. Booth, no, technically, the science was not, but I will concede I did not see the complete picture. What are you doing? I'm calling Dr. Wells. Uh, he needs to change his voice mail immediately. (..)2016 TvShow: Bones Title: The Fight in the Fixer Season: 11 Episode 15