CESC FABREGAS was branded an “idiot child” by Massimiliano Allegri following a heated battle between AC Milan and Como.
The two sides met at San Siro last night in a match that had been rescheduled due to the opening ceremony.
Cesc Fabregas sparked fury by tugging back Alexis SaelemaekersCredit: x.com/SempreMilanCom
Massimiliano Allegri raged at Fabregas after the incidentCredit: Getty
Como took the lead on 32 minutes after goalkeeper passed the ball straight to , who gratefully slotted beyond the Frenchman.
Another goalkeeping error, this time from visiting stopper , gifted a leveller just after the hour mark, Rafael Leao lobbing the stranded Como No1.
and had warmly embraced prior to the match.
But they were involved in a major flashpoint with just 10 minutes remaining.
Como looked to counter after AC Milan star Alexis Saelemaekers gave the ball away by the touchline.
Fabregas, who was not in his technical area, appeared to as he looked to recover.
Saelemaekers immediately turned back to furiously remonstrate with Fabregas.
While incensed Allegri stormed over to his opposite number.
The referee was forced to clear the meleeCredit: Shutterstock Editorial
Allegri was separated from his opposite numberCredit: AFP
The Milan boss was sent off for his part in the subsequent ruckus, while Fabregas got away scot-free.
Following the 1-1 draw, the two men are said to have clashed as they waited for their respective press conferences.
Tuttomercato in Italy claim that Allegri ranted at his rival: “You are a child… you are an idiot! A child who became a coach yesterday.”
In his subsequent presser, Allegri joked: “In that case next time I see someone run past me, I’ll just go into a sliding tackle.”
Former and midfielder Fabregas, 38, did apologise for his actions, while attempting to play down the incident.
The Spaniard said: “I apologise, it was just a little touch and Allegri’s response was exaggerated, but I admit I shouldn’t have done it.
“It was unsporting behaviour, as Cristian Chivu said the other day, we’ve got to keep our hands to ourselves, especially if you are a coach.
“I would’ve got angry too, so I can only apologise and say I hope it never happens again in my career.”
The result saw second place Milan miss the opportunity to cut the gap at the top to to five points.
Como, meanwhile, are sixth – chasing a place in Europe for next season.
Allegri was shown a red card for his role in the incidentCredit: Shutterstock Editorial
Fabregas managed to get away with his infringementCredit: Shutterstock Editorial 
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