It was a faster game compared with Wembley. but not so skilful. Drake. a last minute inclusion in the Arsenal attack, was a constant danger io the Preston defence. There was no score at half-time, but Arsenal were severely handicapped by an injury to Drake. who retired from the game 15 minutes before the end.
Preston took the initiative, swarmed round the Arsenal goal, and Robert Beatie scored for Preston after four minutes. Arsenal equalised when Gallimore, the Preston fullback kicked into his own goal, but Preston restored the lead. Their forwards ran right through from the Kick-off, and Robert Beattie finished a fine combined movement with a well-placed shot. Preston then concentrated on defence and finished deserved winners Reuter.
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