Balotelli returns to boost Milan's European hopes

Balotelli returns to boost Milan's European hopes

Mario Balotelli will return from suspension to boost AC Milan's Champions League hopes when it hosts Catania in Serie A on Sunday.

Balotelli's ban for picking up his fourth booking of the season was extended to three matches after he insulted a match official. It was later reduced to two on appeal.

Without him, Milan has scored only one goal and is in danger of missing out on third place and a spot in the Champions League qualifying round.

Fiorentina is one point behind Milan following two straight victories. It travels to Sampdoria.

Juventus, which has an 11-point lead at the top of the table, can secure the title if results go its way. If Napoli loses at last-placed Pescara, Juventus would need only a point at city rival Torino.

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