Balotelli was banned for three matches (one for the two yellow cards and two for the previous two red cards in the same season). After the Arsenal match, Mancini appeared to have finally lost his patience with Balotelli, suggesting Balotelli would not play any part in the remainder of City's season and be sold by the club. Despite this, Balotelli did make an appearance as a late substitute in the last match of the season, a title-deciding match against Queens Park Rangers.
Balotelli was disciplined for three matches (one for two yellow cards and two for previous red cards within the same season). Following the Arsenal match, Mancini seemed to have exhausted his patience with Balotelli, indicating that Balotelli would not participate in City's remaining games and be transferred by the club. Despite this, Balotelli did make a late appearance as a substitute in the final game of the season, a title-deciding match against Queens Park Rangers.