Mario Balotelli
Footballer and 2014 World Cup player
Born
August 12th, 1990
35 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Italy
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A professional footballer played as a forward. Achieved recognition in several European leagues, including Serie A and the Premier League. Played for clubs such as Inter Milan, Manchester City, and AC Milan. Gained international attention during the 2012 UEFA European Championship and the 2014 FIFA World Cup, where scored key goals. Notable for his distinctive playing style and sometimes controversial public persona.
Won the Premier League with Manchester City in 2012
Scored the winning goal in the 2012 UEFA European Championship semifinal
Played in the 2014 FIFA World Cup for Italy
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