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Mario Balotelli was born in Palermo, Italy, marking the beginning of a life that would be deeply intertwined with football.
Youth Career at Lumezzane
2001-2006
Balotelli started his youth career at Lumezzane, laying the foundation for his professional football journey.
Youth Career at Inter Milan
2006-2007
Balotelli joined the youth ranks of Inter Milan, a move that would propel him into the professional football scene.
Professional Debut and Success at Inter Milan
2007-2010
Balotelli made his professional debut at Inter Milan, winning the treble (Serie A, Coppa Italia, and Champions League) in 2010, a highlight of his early career.
Move to Manchester City
2010-2013
Balotelli joined Manchester City, reunifying with former Inter Milan manager Roberto Mancini. He helped the team win a Premier League title and FA Cup.
Return to Italy with AC Milan
2013-2014
Balotelli moved back to Italy, signing with AC Milan, where he scored 26 goals in 43 appearances, showcasing his scoring prowess.
Stint at Liverpool and Return to AC Milan on Loan
2014-2016
Balotelli joined Liverpool but struggled to find form, leading to a loan return to AC Milan, where he continued to face challenges.
Success in France with Nice and Marseille
2016-2019
Balotelli moved to France, playing for Nice and Marseille in Ligue 1, where he regained his scoring touch and enjoyed a period of success.
Return to Italy with Brescia
2019-2020
Balotelli signed with Brescia, his hometown club, but faced racism and disciplinary issues, leading to his contract being terminated.
Brief Stint at Monza
2020-2021
Balotelli joined Serie B club Monza, scoring 5 goals in 12 appearances before moving on.
Success in Turkey with Adana Demirspor
2021-2022
Balotelli signed with Turkish club Adana Demirspor, scoring 18 goals in the 2021-22 Süper Lig season, including a memorable performance that earned him a nomination for the 2022 FIFA Puskás Award.
Brief Stint at Sion
2022-2023
Balotelli joined Swiss Super League club Sion but left after his contract was terminated in September 2023.
Return to Adana Demirspor and Move to Genoa
2023-2024
Balotelli returned to Adana Demirspor before signing with Serie A club Genoa in October 2024, marking another chapter in his career.
Brief
Known For
Italian professional footballer.
Bio Dates and Places
Born Date: 12 August 1990.
Born Place: Palermo, Italy.
Career
Current occupation: Professional footballer.
Current Place of Work: Genoa (Serie A club).
Previous Place of Work: Lumezzane, Inter Milan, Manchester City, AC Milan, Liverpool, Nice, Marseille, Brescia, Monza, Adana Demirspor, Sion.
Achievements and Recognition
Awards: Golden Boy (2010), UEFA Euro Team of the Tournament (2012), Serie A Team of the Year (2012–13), FIFPro World XI 4th team (2013), UNFP Ligue 1 Player of the Month (March 2019).
Wikipedia Article
Welcome to the Mario Balotelli Hub! This community hub — built on top of and serving as a companion to the Wikipedia article — lets you discuss, collect, and organize everything related to Mario Balotelli.
Mario Balotelli was born in Palermo, Italy, marking the beginning of a life that would be deeply intertwined with football.
Youth Career at Lumezzane
2001-2006
Balotelli started his youth career at Lumezzane, laying the foundation for his professional football journey.
Youth Career at Inter Milan
2006-2007
Balotelli joined the youth ranks of Inter Milan, a move that would propel him into the professional football scene.
Professional Debut and Success at Inter Milan
2007-2010
Balotelli made his professional debut at Inter Milan, winning the treble (Serie A, Coppa Italia, and Champions League) in 2010, a highlight of his early career.
Move to Manchester City
2010-2013
Balotelli joined Manchester City, reunifying with former Inter Milan manager Roberto Mancini. He helped the team win a Premier League title and FA Cup.
Return to Italy with AC Milan
2013-2014
Balotelli moved back to Italy, signing with AC Milan, where he scored 26 goals in 43 appearances, showcasing his scoring prowess.
Stint at Liverpool and Return to AC Milan on Loan
2014-2016
Balotelli joined Liverpool but struggled to find form, leading to a loan return to AC Milan, where he continued to face challenges.
Success in France with Nice and Marseille
2016-2019
Balotelli moved to France, playing for Nice and Marseille in Ligue 1, where he regained his scoring touch and enjoyed a period of success.
Return to Italy with Brescia
2019-2020
Balotelli signed with Brescia, his hometown club, but faced racism and disciplinary issues, leading to his contract being terminated.
Brief Stint at Monza
2020-2021
Balotelli joined Serie B club Monza, scoring 5 goals in 12 appearances before moving on.
Success in Turkey with Adana Demirspor
2021-2022
Balotelli signed with Turkish club Adana Demirspor, scoring 18 goals in the 2021-22 Süper Lig season, including a memorable performance that earned him a nomination for the 2022 FIFA Puskás Award.
Brief Stint at Sion
2022-2023
Balotelli joined Swiss Super League club Sion but left after his contract was terminated in September 2023.
Return to Adana Demirspor and Move to Genoa
2023-2024
Balotelli returned to Adana Demirspor before signing with Serie A club Genoa in October 2024, marking another chapter in his career.
Brief
Known For
Italian professional footballer.
Bio Dates and Places
Born Date: 12 August 1990.
Born Place: Palermo, Italy.
Career
Current occupation: Professional footballer.
Current Place of Work: Genoa (Serie A club).
Previous Place of Work: Lumezzane, Inter Milan, Manchester City, AC Milan, Liverpool, Nice, Marseille, Brescia, Monza, Adana Demirspor, Sion.
Achievements and Recognition
Awards: Golden Boy (2010), UEFA Euro Team of the Tournament (2012), Serie A Team of the Year (2012–13), FIFPro World XI 4th team (2013), UNFP Ligue 1 Player of the Month (March 2019).
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