Francis discharged after heart scare

Trevor Francis has been discharged from hospital after suffering a suspected heart attack on Friday.

Birmingham Heartlands Hospital have confirmed the former England striker has been released, with the 57-year-old having recovered well from successful surgery. A hospital spokesperson said: "Trevor Francis was discharged from Birmingham Heartlands Hospital this afternoon." The news will come as welcome relief not just to Francis' family but to the footballing world, who have shown their support over the weekend.