Italy striker Mario Baloteli has slammed the Swiss FA after it was announced he would be suspended for flipping off Basel fans.

The incident occurred on Sunday as Sion drew 0-0 with Basel.

Upon learning of the news, former AC Milan striker Balotelli declared: “Swiss federation, I don't know what kind of mafia you are involved in, but players like me are not proud to play in a league in which injustice, corruption and incompetence reign supreme.

“Football is a job and we must all take it seriously, including referees. I absolutely do not care what you are used to; you absolutely must change and the whole world must see the shameful way in which this league behaves.

“I made a mistake and I will pay for it. The Federation made a mistake? It should pay… Did the referee make a mistake? He too must pay!"