Bristol Rovers vs Swindon Town prediction, odds and how to watch

Cardiff City came from a nervy second half to beat Swindon Town 3-2 in the Carabao Cup, with a substitute grabbing the winner on 77 minutes after Swindon threatened a comeback.

Peterborough nicked a 1-0 Carabao Cup win at Bristol Rovers thanks to an early penalty, surviving a proper onslaught from the hosts who had 19 shots and somehow came away empty-handed.

Grimsby Town delivered one of their most commanding performances of the League Two season, dismantling Swindon Town four goals to nil in a result that underlined everything that has made them such a formidable force in 2025/26.

Bristol Rovers put four past Cheltenham Town without reply in a statement League Two performance, leaving the Robins with plenty to think about heading into the final stretch of the season.

Notts County and Bristol Rovers played out a 1-1 draw at Meadow Lane on the final day of the League Two season, a result that reflected the modest stakes for both sides as they settled comfortably into the middle reaches of the table.

Saturday's Carabao Cup first round tie sees a Bristol Rovers side with genuine early-season momentum host a Peterborough United team that has not won away from home in their last ten attempts. Jay Thompson has the preview, the vibes, and yes, a tip.