The Italy U-21's continued their very disappointing qualifying campaign with another loss, this time away to Hungary. The Azzurrini needed a win to get back on track, but now qualification is getting more and more difficult. The Hungarians won 2-0, with goals coming from Nemeth and Koman (both players played on the Hungarian side that knocked the Italy U-20's out of the U-20 World Cup last month).

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Jose Mourinho is a little frustrated with Mario Balotelli. The young striker came on for Patrick Vieira at halftime of Sunday's 1-1 draw with Roma and after the match, Jose wasn't exactly complimentary about his performance:

"Balotelli was terrible today, close to zero. He didn't move, didn't work and did not help the team with [Dejan] Stankovic injured and [Wesley] Sneijder incredibly tired.

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You know how Mario Balotelli is supremely talented but a little immature? Well last night we saw both sides again. In the opening minutes of Inter vs Palermo, Balotelli worked some magic in the box and was pulled down for a penalty. A penalty Balotelli wanted to take. So much so that he stood over the [. Click to continue reading...

Moody striker would like spot-kick responsibilty When Inter Milan's Mario Balotelli won a penalty five minutes into their match against Palermo last night, he obviously felt that was justification for him taking it. Samuel Eto'o disagreed, pulled rank and placed the ball on the spot. Balotelli continued to stand next to the ball demanding to take the [. Click to continue reading...

Wenger continues to pursue talented young Italian.

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The agent of Inter Milan striker Mario Balotelli has refused to comment on reports linking the player with a move to Arsenal.

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Inter beat Genoa 5-0 on Saturday, with Dejan Stanković's volley from the halfway line (above) easily the highlight. Genoa keeper Marco Amelia had attempted to clear the ball upfield in first half stoppage time but scuffed it straight to Stanković, who needed just one touch to send it back over Amelia's head and into the [. Click to continue reading...

Mario Balotelli once again got himself in trouble during Tuesday's 1-1 Champions League draw between Inter and Rubin Kazan by earning two yellow cards and getting sent off in the 60th minute. This drew the ire of his manager and Inter fans, who are quickly tiring of Balotelli's continuing stream of youthful indiscretions.

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Last season, Juventus were forced to play a game behind closed doors after fans racially abused Inter's Mario Balotelli. On Saturday, Balotelli was abused again this time by Cagliari fans and the match went on, a decision criticised after by both Massimo Moratti, President of Inter, and by Italian Footballers Association president Sergio Campana.

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Sir Alex showed much interest in the young striker three years ago.

Inter striker Mario Balotelli could have been playing for the opposition in next week's clash against Barcelona, according to El Mundo Deportivo.

The Spanish paper claims 'Super Mario' was on the verge of joining the Blaugrana three years ago, when he was playing for Serie C side Lumezzane in 2006.

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A player who Arsene Wenger very much admires and who surely has a bright future ahead of him. Here's a compilation of his best bits, set to irritating soundtrack.

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Wenger keen on talented young Italian striker.

Mario Balotelli can't find room at Inter and Arsene Wenger offers him a chance at Arsenal. "He can become one of the greatest."
The Under-21 international has pace, power and technique in abundance, but his questionable attitude has seen him dropped by Jose Mourinho recently.

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Mario Barwuah Balotelli (born 12 August 1990) is an Italian footballer who plays for Serie A club...
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Gallery, Images, Photos & Pictures of Inter Milan v AC Milan World Football Challenge Championship, the 26th of July, 2009. Teams/Clubs: Inter Milan, AC Milan Players/People: Diego Milito, Sulley Muntari, Paolo Orlandoni, Ronaldinho, Onguchi Onyewu, Esteban Cambiasso, Mario Balotelli, Leonardo, Julio Cesar, Gianmarco Zigoni, Cristian Chivu. Click to continue reading...

Las Águilas del América iniciaron con el pie derecho su participación en� el torneo World Football Challenge, al vencer en tandas de penaltis al Inter de Milán que es dirigido por el portugués José Mourinho, el marcador en tiempo regular quedó empatado a un gol, debiendo recurrir a los penales donde los dirigidos por Chucho Ramírez acertaron los 5 disparos desde el manchón penal, mientras que por los italianos el que falló fué el francés Patrick Vieira.

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Life is never dull with Marco Balotelli around. If it's not his hair that's raising eyebrows, its his skills on the pitch, and volatile temperament that get people talking.
His performance in Italy U-21s defeat of Sweden U-21s was pure Jekyll and Hyde.
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Mario Balotelli went from being praised to being admonished within a 15 minute span during European U-21 Championships match between Italy and Sweden today. Balotelli opened the scoring with a pretty strike in the 23rd minute, but was shown a straight red in the 38th for attempting to kick an opposing player, who did his part by hamming up the phantom blow.

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Mario Balotelli has hinted he would be interested in a move to West Ham. The Inter Milan wonderkid was linked with a switch to the Hammers in January. He has sinced failed to nail down a starting spot and admits he is frustrated at the San Siro. Balotelli played under West Ham boss Gianfranco Zola when he was [. Click to continue reading...

Inter striker celebrates title victory with new barnet Inter Milan's Mario Balotelli celebrated his side clinching its 17th Scudetto victory by commissioning a special Inter Milan number 17-themed doormat for his head. It is quite something. I'm still hoping beyond hope that Wayne Rooney might fashion his last four remaining hairs into a number 18 for the [. Click to continue reading...

Don't let Mario Balotelli's young age fool you. But this kid has the qualities that could become Italy's future football star. He could save Italy's slumping performance. Italy only went to the finals in 2006 World Cup because one Italian dived at the expense of Australia.

In his debut season in 2007-2008 for Inter Milan, Balotelli amassed three goals and three assists in 11 games.

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Super Pippo does it again, netting 3 goals for AC Milan as they trounce San Siro visitors Torino,...
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Juventus fans will have to sit the next one out for racist remarks. An Italian sports judge upheld a ruling that will make Juventus play their next Series A home game without the normal cheering fans.

Fans are being punished for the onslaught of racist remarks dished out by the Juventus fans to Inter Milan striker Mario Balotelli.

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Since arriving in Italy, The Now Average One has made it a point to annoy all comers with his well-worn ways. Top of the list has been Juventus, who have borne the brunt of his vitriol. And you'd expect, after the bianconeri fans were accused of racism against Mario Balotelli this past weekend, Jose to [. Click to continue reading...

After the mid-week disaster against the first of the Genoan teams, Mourinho's Inter Milan picked things up against the second Saturday, defeating Genoa 2-0 and consolidating their lead atop Serie A standings. It was a welcome win too for the Nerazzurri, who after their 3-3 draw to Roma and 3-0 loss to Sampdoria can now prepare [. Click to continue reading...

Inter striker does a mid-air Phil Babb Inter Milan striker Mario Balotelli suffered a bit of a painful incident this week after jumping into the goal-post during a match against Sampdoria on Wednesday night. It looks painful on first viewing, as Balotelli seemingly allowed both his head and his manhood to rebound Off The Post. Click to continue reading...

Despite a massive ego, 'Ibracadabra' has heaped praise on fellow controversial striker Mario Balotelli. Inter have made the headlines lately for all the wrong reasons, but the Nerazzurri have stuck together, praising one another for their abilities over the past few days. The latest example being Zlatan Ibrahimovic, who has exulted under-fire teenager Mario Balotelli. Click to continue reading...

Inter came from behind to nab a share of the spoils from Roma after being down 3-1. The end result was 3-3 with Super Mario grabbing a brace and Crespo heading in the equaliser with his first touch after coming on from the bench. Click to continue reading...

As far as neutral spectators go and taking the match in itself, Sunday's Inter vs. Roma had everything you could wish for in a football encounter: tons of action, goals aplenty, and even a dramatic come-back 10 minutes from time. In the global picture however, even neutrals secretly wished for Roma to take this one. Click to continue reading...

As far as neutral spectators go and taking the match in itself, Sunday's Inter vs. Roma had everything you could wish for in a football encounter: tons of action, goals aplenty, and even a dramatic come-back 10 minutes from time. In the global picture however, even neutrals secretly wished for Roma to take this one. Click to continue reading...

No, that's not the title of the latest Nintendo Wii game; it's who Inter have to thank for their three points against Bologna Saturday. Two protagonists: an expected one (it would be useless to point out that right this moment, Julio Cesar is the best goalkeeper on Earth) and a very unlikely one. And I [. Click to continue reading...

No, that's not the title of the latest Nintendo Wii game; it's who Inter have to thank for their three points against Bologna Saturday. Two protagonists: an expected one (it would be useless to point out that right this moment, Julio Cesar is the best goalkeeper on Earth) and a very unlikely one. And I [. Click to continue reading...

What can you say about Mario Balotelli? He may be arrogant, he may be overly confident, he may get too many yellow cards, but say what you want because the fact of the matter is that the 18 year old Inter striker is the real deal. Balotelli is easily Italy's best young talent and is definitely a future superstar.

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After their 0-0 draw in Ancona, the Azzurrini needed an exploit... and they delivered. Casiraghi can really be proud of his boys tonight, as Italy's U-21 team travelled to Tel-Aviv and defeated Israel U-21 with a score of 3-1, courtesy of a Balotelli double and a cherry on the cake by Abate. A really wonderful [. Click to continue reading...

18 years... Super Mario's wait was a long one, but it was worth it: not even a month after receiving his official Italian citizenship papers, Balotelli has already conquered Italian hearts. His goal vs. Greece's U-21 team today was magnificent, but alas was not enough for the Azzurrini to get an automatic bye to the [. Click to continue reading...

La Gazzetta dello Sport Balotelli: A true Italian - makes his Azzurri debut this evening against Greece (il grande momento) President Berlusconi speaks out on violence (by defending Napoli?): Napoli shouldn't pay Zamparini, 27 sackings - From Palermo, Out goes Colantuono, in comes Ballardini _________________  Balotelli was born in Palermo and is the son of Ghanaian immigrants. Click to continue reading...

Maggio...Bafflingly preferred Campania to Birmingham
Christian Maggio - Napoli - Right Wing/Right Back
Maggio is listed in some places as a defender but if you look at last year's player positioning charts you can see that Sampdoria used him primarily as a right winger. The 26 year old had a superb year and it was a shock not to see him at Euro 2008. Click to continue reading...