Recent Sligo link as Arsenal conquer Real Madrid in Champions League

He impressed during his time at the Showgrounds.
Recent Sligo link as Arsenal conquer Real Madrid in Champions League

SSE Airtricity League Premier Division, Tolka Park, Dublin 27/9/2024 Shelbourne vs Sligo Rovers Jack Henry-Francis of Sligo Mandatory Credit ©INPHO/Ryan Byrne

A recent Sligo Rovers loanee was on the bench for Arsenal at Madrid's Santiago Bernabéu Stadium last night.

Jack Henry-Francis, a midfielder who was on loan at the Bit O'Red last season, was an unused substitute as Mikel Arteta's side defeated Real Madrid 2-1 on the night (5-1 on aggregate).

SSE Airtricity League Premier Division, Tallaght Stadium, Dublin 13/9/2024 Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers Rovers’ Trevor Clarke and Jack Henry-Francis of Sligo Rovers Mandatory Credit ©INPHO/Ryan Byrne
SSE Airtricity League Premier Division, Tallaght Stadium, Dublin 13/9/2024 Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers Rovers’ Trevor Clarke and Jack Henry-Francis of Sligo Rovers Mandatory Credit ©INPHO/Ryan Byrne

Henry-Francis impressed during his time at the Showgrounds, making 13 appearances for the club.

The 21-year-old was also named on the bench for the Gunners' draw with Brentford at the Emirates Stadium last weekend.

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