Peterborough United edged Bristol Rovers 1-0 in the EFL Cup first round. Harry Leonard's 19th-minute goal settled the tie. Bristol Rovers pressed for an equaliser but could not find a way past the visitors.
Peterborough took the lead in the 19th minute through Harry Leonard. The hosts responded with sustained pressure and forced four saves from the Peterborough goalkeeper. Peterborough, who held 54% possession, protected their advantage from there.
Bristol Rovers finished with 19 shots to Peterborough's nine, but only four were on target. Peterborough created four big chances and scored from one of them, while Bristol Rovers missed their only big chance. The Peterborough goalkeeper's four saves proved vital.
