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Tv ArchiveYou are in: Wiltshire > About Wiltshire > Wiltshire History > Tv Archive > Swindon Town: 1969 ![]() Players with FA League Cup, 1969 Swindon Town: 1969Swindon Town can boast many a proud moment but perhaps the greatest memory for most fans was the clubâs win over Arsenal at Wembley in the 1969 League Cup. Points West filmed the celebrations as the victorious heroes enjoyed a civic reception. In a game that attracts a high number of clichés, Swindonâs match against Arsenal was truly a David-and-Goliath battle. In 1969 Swindon were lying second in the Third Division while their opponents Arsenal were riding high in the First. Shining star Don Rogers was to become a legend as a result of his performance during the game. He had already been described as one of the most sought after players in the country and Swindon seemed confident they could deliver the goods with Rogersâ track record and helped by their one and only international Rod Thomas. ![]() Swindon Town fans in Regents Circus The two sides faced numerous challenges; as well as Swindonâs opponents complaining of illness affecting their teamâs strength, the Wembley pitch was worse for wear too, thanks to a recent Horse of the Year Show! However, undeterred, the two sides went to meet each other in the presence of HRH Princess Margaret, with memories of the year before when Arsenal faced Leeds United in the final and lost 1-0. In the first half, Swindon took the lead thanks to an easy run past the Arsenal defence by Roger Smart. ![]() Manager, Danny Williams An equaliser towards the end of the match by Bobby Gould forced the game into extra time, during which two goals from Don Rogers brought Swindonâs FA League Cup Final to a conclusion. Understandably, the Wiltshire town was ecstatic and the borough council laid on a civic reception and heroesâ welcome to help celebrate their teamâs 3-1 victory over Arsenal. It made for some impressive pictures â the following day, on Sunday 16th March 1969, a crowd of 8000 gathered in Regentâs Circus, as the players emerged onto the balcony of the Town Hall - more reminiscent of royalty or The Beatles than Third Division FA League Cup winners! ![]() Don Rogers The Mayor, Alf Brown, raised a glass to the Club and called for âpromotionâ â which Swindon achieved after failing to lose any of their nine remaining matches. A draw at Rotherham saw the Town advance confidently into the Second Division. It was a momentous time for Swindon and one that has never been equalled. Don Rogers remains a hero for todayâs fans, many of who hope and pray that Swindon Town FC will be back to Wembley before too long â however long that may be! Audio and Video links on this page require Realplayer Also view a short piece of silent cine footage taken on the day. Audio and Video links on this page require Realplayer MORE FILMS FROM POINTS WEST
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