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Italy's deputy PM 'ashamed' of Higuain after Milan red card

Gonzalo Higuain should be handed a lengthy ban after his red card during Milan's clash with Juventus, according to Italy's Deputy Prime Minister, who says he is "ashamed" of the striker.

Argentina international Higuain was sent off against his parent club in Sunday's game at San Siro following two bookable offences, having also missed a penalty.

After receiving a yellow card for a foul on Medhi Benatia, Higuain screamed in the official's face, losing his temper and earning himself a sending off.

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While Juve star Cristiano Ronaldo, who scored in his side's 2-0 win over Milan, has called for leniency , the Italian Deputy PM has done no such thing.