Warrington Wolves' Paul Wood on August 25, 2012
Warrington Wolves' Paul Wood 'leaves wife for Mario Balotelli's ex-girlfriend'
Warrington Wolves prop Paul Wood reportedly leaves his wife for glamour model Holly Henderson, who is thought to have dated Manchester City star Mario Balotelli.
Jan 3, 13:21
Mario Balotelli
Zlatan Ibrahimovic: 'Mario Balotelli makes people smile'
Zlatan Ibrahimovic says that Mario Balotelli makes people around him smile and backs Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini to get the best out of him.
Jan 3, 04:51
Paris Saint Germain's Zlatan Ibrahimovic celebrates after scoring the opener on December 8, 2012
Zlatan Ibrahimovic: 'Mario Balotelli is a special player'
Zlatan Ibrahimovic says that Mario Balotelli is "a special player" who can help Manchester City win the Premier League title this season.
Jan 3, 03:50
City boss Roberto Mancini in the dugout against Sunderland on Boxing Day 2012
Roberto Mancini rules out January departures
Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini reveals that he will not sell any of his players during the January transfer window.
Dec 31, 12:06
Mario Balotelli on the bench for City
Claudio Marchisio: 'Mario Balotelli won't fit at Juventus'
Claudio Marchisio plays down suggestions that Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli could join Juventus.
Dec 29, 03:52
Man City boss Roberto Mancini against Newcastle on December 15, 2012
Mid-season report: Manchester City
Sports Mole analyses Manchester City's opening half of the Premier League season.
Dec 28, 09:00
Sergio Aguero celebrates scoring his first for City on November 17, 2012
Team News: Sergio Aguero, Carlos Tevez start for Manchester City
Manchester City start with Sergio Aguero and Carlos Tevez in attack against Sunderland.
Dec 26, 14:24
Vincent Kompany
Preview:Sunderland vs. Manchester City
Sports Mole previews the Premier League clash between defending champions Manchester City and Martin O'Neill's improving Sunderland at the Stadium of Light.
Dec 24, 20:50
AC Milan coach Massimiliano Allegri
Massimiliano Allegri plays down Mario Balotelli move
AC Milan boss Massimiliano Allegri refuses to comment on suggestions that Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli could join the Italian club in January.
Dec 24, 17:44
Silvio Berlusconi in November 2011
Silvio Berlusconi: 'No AC Milan moves for Mario Balotelli, Didier Drogba'
AC Milan president Silvio Berlusconi rules out January moves for the strike duo of Mario Balotelli and Didier Drogba.
Dec 23, 12:00
Mario Balotelli looks towards manager Roberto Mancini as he is substituted in the Manchester derby on December 9, 2012
Roberto Mancini: 'I will give Mario Balotelli another chance'
Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini says that he has faith in Mario Balotelli and will give the 22-year-old Italian striker one more chance.
Dec 21, 11:11
Mario Balotelli on the bench for City
Agent: 'Mario Balotelli will not leave Manchester City'
Mino Raiola reiterates that Mario Balotelli is "committed" to Manchester City and will not leave the Premier League champions in January.
Dec 20, 04:49
Mario Balotelli
Manchester City's Mario Balotelli 'not bothered' about seeing new baby daughter
Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli's ex-girlfriend reveals that the Italy international has yet to see his newborn baby daughter.
Dec 19, 12:22
Mario Balotelli looks towards manager Roberto Mancini as he is substituted in the Manchester derby on December 9, 2012
Balotelli drops disciplinary appeal
Manchester City confirm that Mario Balotelli has decided to end his disciplinary appeal against a club fine.
Dec 19, 12:21
Mario Balotelli looks towards manager Roberto Mancini as he is substituted in the Manchester derby on December 9, 2012
Gary Owen: 'Mario Balotelli has Manchester City future'
Gary Owen says that Mario Balotelli still has a future at Manchester City.
Dec 19, 06:39
Mario Balotelli
Report: Mario Balotelli agrees Manchester City settlement
Reports suggest that Mario Balotelli has reached a settlement to his dispute with Manchester City.
Dec 19, 01:25
Mario Balotelli looks towards manager Roberto Mancini as he is substituted in the Manchester derby on December 9, 2012
Roberto Mancini: 'Mario Balotelli must train well'
Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini says that Mario Balotelli will still be available for selection despite his dispute with the club.
Dec 18, 23:15
Mario Balotelli on the bench for City
Cesare Prandelli: 'Italy return may aid Mario Balotelli'
Cesare Prandelli feels that a transfer back to Italy could help Mario Balotelli improve as a footballer.
Dec 18, 16:57
Mario Balotelli looks towards manager Roberto Mancini as he is substituted in the Manchester derby on December 9, 2012
Report: Mario Balotelli to take Manchester City to Premier League tribunal
Mario Balotelli will reportedly take on Manchester City to a Premier League tribunal on Wednesday as he continues his appeal against a £340,000 fine.
Dec 17, 02:36
Mario Balotelli looks towards manager Roberto Mancini as he is substituted in the Manchester derby on December 9, 2012
Roberto Mancini: 'Mario Balotelli has a future at Manchester City'
Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini insists that Mario Balotelli remains an important part of his plans, despite the player's omission from the squad for today's match at Newcastle United.
Dec 15, 15:59
Hatem Ben Arfa
Team News: Hatem Ben Arfa fails late fitness test ahead of Manchester City match
Hatem Ben Arfa fails a late fitness test and will miss Newcastle United's Premier League clash with Manchester City this afternoon.
Dec 15, 12:15
Adrian Lewis
Adrian Lewis considers wearing Mario Balotelli 'Why Always Me?' T-shirt
World Darts Championship title holder Adrian Lewis says that he might wear a 'Why Always Me?' T-shirt made famous by Mario Balotelli when he begins the defence of his crown at the Alexandra Palace.
Dec 14, 14:27
St James Park
Preview:Newcastle United vs. Manchester City
Sports Mole previews the Saturday lunchtime match between Newcastle United and Manchester City.
Dec 13, 13:49
Mario Balotelli
Mario Balotelli receives Yaya Toure backing
Manchester City's Yaya Toure feels that Mario Balotelli will end up making the most of potential.
Dec 12, 14:23
Stephan El Shaarawy
AC Milan rule out Stephan El Shaarawy, Mario Balotelli swap
AC Milan move to calm reports that Stephan El Shaarawy and Mario Balotelli will be switching clubs during next month's transfer window.
Dec 11, 14:49
Manchester City's Carlos Tevez shows his frustration during the Manchester derby on December 9, 2012
Joe Royle blasts Roberto Mancini
Joe Royle says that Roberto Mancini should have started Carlos Tevez in the Manchester derby for City.
Dec 11, 06:31
Mario Balotelli on the bench for City
Antonio Nocerino: 'El Shaarawy-Balotelli partnership at AC Milan would be nice'
Antonio Nocerino says that a potential partnership between Stephan El Shaarawy and Mario Balotelli in AC Milan attack would be "nice".
Dec 11, 04:58
Mario Balotelli looks towards manager Roberto Mancini as he is substituted in the Manchester derby on December 9, 2012
Roberto Mancini: 'Mario Balotelli will not leave Manchester City'
Roberto Mancini claims that Mario Balotelli will not leave Manchester City and admits that signing Daniele De Rossi from Roma in January will be tough.
Dec 11, 04:03
Mario Balotelli looks towards manager Roberto Mancini as he is substituted in the Manchester derby on December 9, 2012
Agent: 'Mario Balotelli not moving in January'
The agent of Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli reveals that his client intends to stay at the club beyond the January transfer window.
Dec 10, 18:47
Mario Balotelli on the bench for City
Mario Balotelli 'pays taxi driver to lead him to London from Manchester'
Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli reportedly pays a taxi driver to lead the way to a meeting in London because the Italian was too scared of getting lost.
Dec 10, 13:48
Mario Balotelli looks towards manager Roberto Mancini as he is substituted in the Manchester derby on December 9, 2012
Manchester United fans mob Mario Balotelli's car
Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli gets taunted by Manchester United fans as he leaves the Etihad Stadium in his car following the Manchester derby.
Dec 10, 13:02
Mario Balotelli looks towards manager Roberto Mancini as he is substituted in the Manchester derby on December 9, 2012
Roberto Mancini slams Mario Balotelli display
Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini tells Mario Balotelli to "think about his job" following Sunday's derby defeat to Manchester United.
Dec 9, 19:08
Manchester United players celebrate with fans after beating rivals Manchester City on December 9, 2012
Robin van Persie seals win for Manchester United
Robin van Persie scores a late winner to hand Manchester United the win in the Manchester derby.
Dec 9, 15:25
Wayne Rooney celebrates his goal with team mates Ashley Young and Robin Van Persie on December 9, 2012
Half-Time Report: Wayne Rooney brace gives Manchester United lead
Wayne Rooney scores twice as Manchester United take a 2-0 lead at half-time.
Dec 9, 14:17
Mario Balotelli strikes to score the opener against Wigan on November 28, 2012
Team News: Mario Balotelli starts for Manchester City
Mario Balotelli starts for Manchester City in today's derby at the Etihad while Tom Cleverley is a surprise selection for Manchester United.
Dec 9, 12:43
Robin Van Persie strikes the ball to score the winner against rivals Manchester City on December 9, 2012
Live Commentary: Manchester derby - City 2-3 United - as it happened
Live text coverage of the crucial first Manchester derby of the season between City and United at the Etihad, courtesy of Sports Mole.
Dec 9, 11:00
Mario Balotelli strikes to score the opener against Wigan on November 28, 2012
AC Milan's Adriano Galliani refuses to rule out Mario Balotelli bid
Adriano Galliani hints that AC Milan are still interested in signing Mario Balotelli from Manchester City, but club owner Silvio Berlusconi tempers the speculation.
Dec 8, 19:55
Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini on the touchline during the match against Everton on December 1, 2012
Roberto Mancini blasts misfiring strikers
Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini blasts his strikers for failing to produce so far this season but backs his four forwards to make a rapid improvement.
Dec 8, 00:15
Mario Balotelli on the bench for City
Mario Balotelli becomes father
Mario Balotelli becomes father as his girlfriend Raffaella Fico gives birth to their daughter Pia in Naples on Wednesday evening.
Dec 6, 18:31
Mario Balotelli strikes to score the opener against Wigan on November 28, 2012
AC Milan consider Mario Balotelli bid
AC Milan praise the qualities of Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli.
Dec 5, 08:59