Serie A - Balotelli banned for three games

AC Milan striker Mario Balotelli will miss three matches after being sent off in the 2-1 defeat to Napoli in Serie A.

He picked up a second yellow card at the final whistle after clashing with opponent Valon Behrami and arguing with the referee.

The dismissal capped a turbulent night for Balotelli which also saw him miss a penalty for the first time in his career, hit the crossbar and score an injury-time consolation.

The Italian forward will sit out the league matches against Bologna, Sampdoria and reigning league champions Juventus.

Milan have endured a difficult start to the season and are currently 11th after four matches.