The 2006 World Cup champion with Italy has twice assaulted Spurs assistant coach Joe Jordan, who hardly moved a muscle in retaliation.

While he now faces imminent action from UEFA, Gattuso said he regrets his antics.

"I lost control. There is no excuse for what I have done. I take my responsibilities for that," the Milan midfielder said after the 1-0 defeat at San Siro.

"I was nervous. I didn't want to argue with players and I did it with him, but I was wrong to do what I have done."

Gattuso’s fiery performance earned him a yellow card that will rule him out of the second round match in London.

Watch Gattuso’s rant