Mario Balotelli

Footballer and 2014 World Cup player

Mario Balotelli - Footballer and 2014 World Cup player
Born

August 12th, 1990
34 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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