Bristol Rovers' Carabao Cup hoodoo continued as they suffered a 1-0 defeat to Peterborough United at the Memorial Stadium. Harry Leonard's first-half penalty proved decisive, extending the Gas' dismal record to seven consecutive first-round exits without scoring a goal.
What went wrong for Bristol Rovers?
Luke Williams' side struggled to create clear chances despite their summer reinforcements. The Gas, who finished 18th in League Two last season, lacked quality in the final third, with their best opportunity falling to Harbottle, who headed straight at Bass from eight yards.
Why this loss stings
This defeat marks Bristol Rovers' seventh straight first-round Carabao Cup elimination, a run that stretches back to 2020. The Gas have failed to score in any of those games, highlighting their struggles in the competition. Their last victory over Peterborough came in February 2025, a 3-1 triumph at the Mem.
What's next for the Gas?
Bristol Rovers will now shift their focus to league action, with their next fixture away at Chesterfield on February 27, 2027. The Spireites currently sit 15th in the League Two table. Williams will hope to find solutions to his side's attacking woes ahead of that encounter.
