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 McLintock Ure Simpson off 71' Radford Sammels Court Gould Armstrong Substitutes: Graham on 71' Scorers: Half-time:0–1 Competition:Football League Cup (Final) Date:15:00 BST Saturday 15 March 1969 Venue:Wembley Stadium, London Attendance: 98,189 Match rules:90 minutes.30 minutes extra-time if necessary.Match replayed if scores still level.One named substitute.
Team: Downsborough (GK) Thomas Trollope Butler Burrows Harland Heath Smart Smith off 77' Noble Rogers Substitutes: Penman on 77' Scorers: