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Bournemouth defender Simon Francis has appeal against Arsenal red card rejected

Simon Francis has had his appeal for his red card against Arsenal turned down by the FA.

The Bournemouth defender was sent off by referee Michael Oliver in the 82nd minute of Tuesday night's 3-3 draw at the Vitality Stadium after a strong challenge on midfielder Aaron Ramsey.

Captain Francis's dismissal coincided with Arsenal's late comeback to take a point away from their visit to the south coast.

Defender Simon Francis (right) was sent off during Tuesday night's game against Arsenal
Defender Simon Francis (right) was sent off during Tuesday night's game against Arsenal
The Bournemouth captain was dismissed for a foul on Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey
The Bournemouth captain was dismissed for a foul on Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey

Bournemouth will now be without Francis for their next three games.