Mario Balotelli, Ognjen Vukojevic
Mario Balotelli injured in training for Italy
Mario Balotelli is doubtful for Italy's final game against Ireland with a knee injury.
Jun 16, 20:22
 Mario Balotelli, Ognjen Vukojevic
UEFA charge Croatia over racist chants
The Croatian Football Association are charged by UEFA for racist chants aimed at Italy striker Mario Balotelli.
Jun 16, 12:48
 Mario Balotelli, Ognjen Vukojevic
UEFA to investigate banana-throwing incident
UEFA will investigate an alleged incident where a banana was thrown onto the pitch during Italy and Croatia's 1-1 draw in Poznan yesterday.
Jun 15, 14:30
 Mario Balotelli, Ognjen Vukojevic
Cesare Prandelli wants Mario Balotelli to be "ruthless"
Cesare Prandelli hints that Mario Balotelli may have to sit out of Italy's final Group C clash against the Republic of Ireland after a mismatched campaign.
Jun 15, 14:08
 Mario Balotelli, Darijo Srna
In Pictures: Euro 2012 - Italy 1-1 Croatia
A selection of photos of Croatia's 1-1 draw with Italy.
Jun 15, 07:51
 Mario Balotelli
UEFA to investigate racist chants at Euro 2012
UEFA reveal that they have begun investigations into alleged racist chanting during two Euro 2012 matches.
Jun 12, 12:16
 Mario Balotelli
Mario Balotelli's agent criticises UEFA's stance on racism
Mario Balotelli's agent Mino Raiola hits out at UEFA president Michel Platini's reaction to potential racism cases during Euro 2012.
Jun 12, 08:29
 Mario Balotelli
Photographers claim Mario Balotelli was racially abused
Mario Balotelli was racially abused by Spanish fans during Italy's 1-1 draw with the holders, according to photographers at the game.
Jun 12, 07:55
 Mario Balotelli
Cesare Prandelli: 'Mario Balotelli must prove potential'
Cesare Prandelli asks Mario Balotelli to play a simple team game rather than trying to win on his own.
Jun 11, 19:23
 Spain
Half-Time Report: Spain 0-0 Italy
Spain and Italy are locked at 0-0 in a game of few chances at Euro 2012 this afternoon.
Jun 10, 16:50
 Fernando Torres
Team News: Mario Balotelli starts, Fernando Torres misses out
Spain fail to name a recognised striker in their starting XI against Italy while Mario Balotelli starts for the Azzurri.
Jun 10, 15:09
 Gerard Pique
Gerard Pique: 'We must stop Mario Balotelli'
Gerard Pique believes that Spain must keep a "close eye" on Mario Balotelli when they face Italy in Group C.
Jun 9, 15:40
 Gerard Pique
Gerard Pique urges caution against Italy
Gerard Pique says that Italy produce their best football when they are in turmoil.
Jun 8, 23:31
 Joe Hart
Joe Hart to leave racism issues in hands of officials
Joe Hart believes that it is the match officials' prerogative to decide if players should leave the pitch if racially abused during Euro 2012.
Jun 7, 16:13
 Michel Platini
Players to receive yellow card for storming off pitch if racially abused
UEFA president Michel Platini says that players will be cautioned if they storm off the pitch for being victims of racial abuse during Euro 2012.
Jun 6, 15:41
 Mario Balotelli and Stephen Warnock
Massimiliano Allegri rules out Mario Balotelli arrival
AC Milan coach Massimiliano Allegri reveals that he has no intention of signing Mario Balotelli from Manchester City.
Jun 5, 18:44
 Mario Balotelli
Mario Balotelli expected to be fit for Italy
Cesare Prandelli expects Mario Balotelli to be fit for Italy's Euro 2012 opener against Spain on Sunday.
Jun 5, 18:22
 Mario Balotelli
Andrea Barzagli, Mario Balotelli pick up injuries
Reports suggest that Andrea Barzagli and Mario Balotelli are struggling with injuries as the Italy squad prepare to fly to Eastern Europe.
Jun 4, 19:29
 Mario Balotelli
Euro 2012 Preview: Italy
Italy have not won the European Championships since 1968. Here, Sports Mole previews their chances of ending a 44-year wait at Euro 2012.
Jun 4, 12:45
 Mario Balotelli
Italy boss Cesare Prandelli will support Mario Balotelli at Euros
Italy boss Cesare Prandelli says that he and the national team will stand up for Mario Balotelli if he is racially abused at the Euros.
May 31, 14:22
 Mario Balotelli
Mario Balotelli will "kill" racists
Mario Balotelli threatens to walk off the field at Euro 2012 if players are subjected to racial abuse and also warns that he will "kill" anyone who throws a banana at him.
May 30, 01:28
 Mario Balotelli
Mario Balotelli named in Italy's Euro 2012 squad
Mario Balotelli makes Italy's final 23-man Euro 2012 squad, as does Leonardo Bonucci despite the Juventus defender being caught up in the latest match fixing scandal.
May 29, 11:57
 Joey Barton
Joey Barton to be given personal hearing
Queens Park Rangers captain Joey Barton is to undergo personal hearing with the Football Association.
May 23, 14:16
 Mario Balotelli
Mario Balotelli to stay at Manchester City
Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli reiterates his desire and intention to stay at the club.
May 23, 13:23
 Edin Dzeko
Edin Dzeko keen to leave Manchester City?
Edin Dzeko reportedly decides to leave Manchester City in the summer following his drop down the rankings.
May 23, 08:21
 Carlos Tevez
Roberto Mancini denies offering Mario Balotelli, Carlos Tevez to AC Milan
Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini denies that he tried to sell Mario Balotelli and Carlos Tevez to AC Milan.
May 23, 00:50
 Mario Balotelli
Cesare Prandelli backs Mario Balotelli ahead of Euro 2012
Italy coach Cesare Prandelli calls on Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli to perform at Euro 2012 this summer.
May 21, 22:40
 Mario Balotelli
Mario Balotelli: Spain are not unbeatable
Mario Balotelli insists that no team is unbeatable ahead of Euro 2012.
May 20, 06:02
 Mario Balotelli
Mario Balotelli: I'll behave at Euro 2012
Italy striker Mario Balotelli insists that he will behave himself at Euro 2012.
May 19, 19:41
 Joey Barton
Mark Hughes to wait on FA Barton verdict
QPR manager Mark Hughes says the club will wait until after the FA punish Joey Barton to make a decision on Joey Barton's future.
May 19, 11:03
 Mario Balotelli
Mario Balotelli: "I will stay at Manchester City"
Italian striker Mario Balotelli reveals that he is keen to stay at Manchester City this summer.
May 19, 11:03
 Joey Barton
Queens Park Rangers to carry out Joey Barton investigation
Queens Park Rangers announce that they will carry out a full investigation in relation to Joey Barton's behaviour during Sunday's match with Manchester City.
May 16, 15:35
 Roberto Mancini
Roberto Mancini "happy" to extend stay with Manchester City
Roberto Mancini says that he is willing to discuss a new contract with Manchester City and insists that Mario Balotelli is "101%" staying at the club.
May 15, 09:10
 Roberto Mancini
End-of-season report: Manchester City
Manchester City have experienced arguably the best season in the club's history, topping it off by beating United to the Premier League title on the final day of the season. Here, Sports Mole reviews the Blues' remarkable season.
May 14, 10:00
 Mario Balotelli and Stephen Warnock
Mario Balotelli named in provisional Italy squad
Cesare Prandelli names Mario Balotelli in his provisional 31-man squad for Euro 2012.
May 13, 19:24
 Mario Balotelli
Mario Balotelli: We are the best
Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli insists that his team deserves to win the Premier League title.
May 13, 17:35
 Joey Barton
Joey Barton dismissed versus Manchester City
Queens Park Rangers skipper Joey Barton sent off during the R's Premier League clash with Manchester City.
May 13, 15:30
 Martin Atkinson
Top five controversial referee decisions 2011-12
Sports Mole brings you the top five controversial decisions made by officials this season.
May 8, 15:07
 Robin Van Persie
Manchester City to offer Robin Van Persie £250,000 a week?
Manchester City could offer Robin Van Persie £250,000 a week in order for the striker to leave Arsenal.
May 7, 07:03
 Mario Balotelli
Mario Balotelli 'partied with four escorts'
Manchester City's Mario Balotelli allegedly spends the night partying with four female escorts on Thursday morning.
May 4, 23:55
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