It was not until on 28 August 2012 when Emnes returned to the starting line–up and played 59 minutes, in a 2–0 win against Gillingham in the second round of the League Cup. In a follow–up match, he scored his first league goal of the season, in a 3–1 loss against Millwall.
It wasn't until August 28, 2012, that Emnes rejoined the lineup and played 59 minutes in a 2-0 victory over Gillingham during the League Cup's second round. Following up with another match, he scored his first league goal of the season in a 3-1 loss to Millwall.