Mario Balotelli restrained by Liverpool fans after being involved in heated clash

During the closing stages of Manchester United's win over Liverpool, Mario Balotelli had to be restrained by the Liverpool fans after clashing with Chris Smalling after taking offence to a tackle.

The fiery Italian reacted to being forced into the advertising boards and was quick in his attempts to grab the England international. 

Liverpool fans intervened and may have played their part in keeping Balotelli on the pitch - with the forward being booked just a few minutes before.