Mario Balotelli threatened to walk off the pitch after suffering from racial abuse during Brescia's loss to Hellas Verona.

Balotelli booted the ball into the crowd early in the second half before attempting to walk off the pitch. He was convinced by his teammates and opponents to stay on.

Balotelli did not speak to reporters after the match.

Verona owner Maurizio Setti denied the abuse, saying "we heard nothing at the stadium. Racism among Verona fans does not exist."