Unforgettable Upsets and Thrilling Victories: Wimbledon Shock Coventry, Leeds Escapes Scare, and Leicester Triumphs Over Burton in Carabao Cup Action

AFC Wimbledon, a League Two team, caused another upset in the Carabao Cup by scoring two late goals to eliminate last season's Championship play-off finalists, Coventry, in the first round. Despite eight Championship teams being eliminated on Tuesday, there was still space for one more surprise on the following day. Ryan McLean's goal in stoppage time ensured a memorable victory for the hosts at the Cherry Red Records Stadium.

Coventry appeared to be heading towards qualification for the second round as Matt Godden successfully converted a penalty in the first half. The penalty was awarded after Haji Wright was brought down by Joe Lewis. However, AFC Wimbledon's Omar Bugiel equalized in the 86th minute, and it was McLean's composed finish that ultimately resulted in late drama, preventing a penalty shootout.

Leeds struggled to secure their spot in the second round, managing a 2-1 victory over League One team Shrewsbury in a packed Elland Road.

The Championship newcomers, who had undergone significant changes, found themselves behind after Taylor Perry scored in the first half. However, they managed to advance by scoring goals through Joe Gelhardt and Pascal Struijk early in the second period.

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Pascal Struijk scored the winner for Leeds as they came from behind to beat Shrewsbury

Leicester cruised into the second round with an authoritative victory over Burton at the Pirelli Stadium in Wednesday's televised match on We.

Kelechi Iheanacho's casual finish and Wilfred Ndidi's powerful strike in the opening half established complete dominance for the Championship team, who displayed unwavering confidence in maintaining their advantageous position.

Burton had a difficult time throughout the game and was further hindered by an injury to their crucial forward Cole Stockton, who had to be substituted before the first half ended due to what seemed like a muscle strain.

In a highly engaging match at Ashton Gate, Bristol City's new acquisition Jason Knight netted two goals, contributing to their impressive 5-1 victory over Oxford United.

Billy Bodin of Oxford equalized Harry Cornick's opening goal, but Knight scored twice before and after halftime to give the hosts control. Further goals were added by Nahki Wells and Kal Naismith. In the Championship, Cardiff relinquished a two-goal lead and had to go to a penalty shoot-out to secure victory against League Two Colchester.

Cardiff took a 2-0 lead in the game through goals by Rubin Colwill and Kion Etete. However, Colchester managed to equalize before the first half ended, with John Akinde and Joe Taylor finding the back of the net. In the eventual shoot-out, Jak Alnwick came up with crucial saves, denying Colchester's Jayden Fevrier, Junior Tchamadeu, and Tom Hopper. As a result, Cardiff emerged victorious and advanced to the next round.

Ipswich also made it through as Jack Taylor and Sone Aluke ensured a 2-0 victory over League One side Bristol Rovers.