Bournemouth lose appeal against Simon Francis’ red card

By Nick Lustig

Image: Simon Francis will serve a one-match suspension after Bournemouth failed to overturn his red card

Bournemouth have lost their appeal against Simon Francis’ red card received during the goalless draw with Leicester City on Saturday.

Francis was shown a straight red card by referee Andre Marriner for his last-ditch tackle on Jamie Vardy at the King Power Stadium on Saturday, despite television replays showing he got a touch on the ball. 

On Tuesday, the FA's Independent Regulatory Commission upheld Marriner's decision and Francis will now serve a one-match suspension. 

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Francis will miss Bournemouth's FA Cup third round tie with Championship side Birmingham City at St Andrew's on Saturday.

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