It wasn't in the fashion that Arsenal fans would have wanted before the match but Arsene Wenger's side put their name in the hat for the FA Cup fourth-round, securing a 2-1 victory away from home against Championship outfit Preston North End.

Arsenal were forced to bounce back from falling behind in the second-game in a row but the result did show the Gunners cannot be written off, although it also highlighted further defensive frailties that upcoming opponents could look to exploit.

For Arsenal, it's the first step in what they'll hope will be a successful journey in the FA Cup this season, as they seek a third trip to Wembley's showcase final in four seasons and Preston will feel incredibly hard done by.

Here, we've selected the images that tell the story of the game for you to follow- let us know what you think was the changing point in the game in the comments below!

Preston's shock lead

Just seven minutes into the game, Preston took the lead through 21-year-old Callum Robinson and raised hope of a massive cup upset taking place at Deepdale. It set the precedent for a first-half where the Championship outfit dominated, though it wasn't enough in the end.

Hosts miss big chances

Preston will look back at numerous missed opportunities in the first-half and wonder what might have been, especially an open goal that they couldn't quite get the decisive touch too. Robinson also had a second goal disallowed, the correct decision, but Preston should be proud of their performance.

Ramsey strikes back

Striking his first goal of the season just seconds into the second-half, Aaron Ramsey opened the door for Arsenal to fight-back into the game and he did so in dramatic fashion. After a slow opening half of the season, Ramsey will hope it can kickstart his own campaign.

Welbeck returns

Making a long-awaited return from injury, having last featured for Arsenal last May, Danny Welbeck came off the bench to a good response from the Gunners faithful travelling contingent. Welbeck could be a huge player in the second-half of the season and his minutes tonight will certainly aid his recovery.

Another late winner

Poor old Preston. Just minutes away from a huge FA Cup replay at the Emirates Stadium, perhaps even dreaming of a late winner that would have been deserved, Olivier Giroud latched onto a tremendous back-heel from Lucas Perez to smash home another late goal- which has been his trademark this season.