Balotelli avoids additional sanctions for his foul against Song (VIDEO) © EuroFootball.com

Striker Mario Balotelli avoided additional sanctions for a rough challenge against London security guard Alex Song.

In Saturday's match, the referee decided not to punish the Italian, even though he raised his leg high and hit the opponent in the knee. Later, the footballer was sent off the field for two yellow cards, but he was also facing a three-match suspension for the mentioned episode.