Gillingham and AFC Wimbledon played out a 1-1 draw in the English Football League Cup first round on August 13th, 2025, with Wimbledon advancing 4-2 in the subsequent penalty shootout. The match result at Priestfield Stadium was a tense and even affair, with both League Two sides canceling each other out over 90 minutes. Gillingham likely took the lead, only for Wimbledon to fight back and equalize, sending the tie straight to penalties. In the shootout, AFC Wimbledon held their nerve, converting all four of their spot-kicks while Gillingham missed two, sending the Dons through to the second round. The penalty drama provided a thrilling conclusion to a hard-fought cup tie. For AFC Wimbledon, it was a morale-boosting victory, while Gillingham were left to rue their missed opportunities from twelve yards.