LAURENT KOSCIELNY will miss the FA Cup final against Chelsea on Saturday after Arsenal failed in an appeal.
The Gunners star was shown a straight red card against Everton at the Emirates in the 3-1 win after he fouled Enner Valencia in the 14th minute.
A statement from the FA said: “Laurent Koscielny will serve a three-match suspension with immediate effect after a claim of wrongful dismissal was unsuccessful.
“The Arsenal defender was sent off for serious foul play during the game against Everton on Sunday [21 May 2017].
“An Independent Regulatory Commission heard the case today [Tuesday 23 May 2017].”
Arsenal are facing a defensive crisis ahead of the huge London derby at Wembley, with Gabriel picking up an injury against the Toffees, while Shkodran Mustafi is a major doubt after showing signs of concussion.
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Koscielny's suspension will come as a huge blow for Arsene Wenger, as he could start Rob Holding and Per Mertesacker, with the North London switching back to four at the back.
Gunners fans fear the 31-year-old could have played his final game for the club, as Ligue 1 side Marseille have reportedly opened talks to sign the former Lorient man.
Since signing in 2010, Koscielny has picked up two FA Cup winners medal's and has made 290 appearances for the Gunners, scoring 22 times.
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