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1968–69 Football League Cup

1968–69 Football League Cup
Country England &  Wales
Teams 91
Defending champions Leeds United
Champions Swindon Town
Runners-up Arsenal

The 1968–69 Football League Cup was the ninth season of the Football League Cup, a knockout competition for England's top 92 football clubs. The competition ended with the final on 15 March 1969.

The final was contested by Third Division team Swindon Town and First Division side Arsenal at Wembley Stadium in London. Roger Smart gave Swindon a surprise lead in the first half but Bobby Gould equalised for Arsenal in the 85th minute. In extra-time, Don Rogers scored twice for Swindon, leading them to a 3–1 victory.

The final was held at Wembley Stadium, London on 15 March 1969.

Team:
Wilson (GK)
Storey
McNab

Ure
Simpson off 71'
Radford
Sammels
Court
Gould
Armstrong Substitutes:
Graham on 71' Scorers:


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