Balotelli - What will he do Next?

IsThisIt???

Had high hopes for Balotelli this season, think I was mistaken:

MUSEIST

Great talent but still prone to monumental **** ups. Always entertaining.:D

BOHtox

IsThisIt??? wrote: »

Had high hopes for Balotelli this season, think I was mistaken:

Fair play to Mancini for taking him off, there's no place for that in football!

CSF

I reckon it was his way of getting a transfer.

MUSEIST

I have gained respect for mancini after that

flahavaj

Fair play to Mancini.

x in the city

IsThisIt??? wrote: »

Had high hopes for Balotelli this season, think I was mistaken:

lmao

what a clown...

now where did he put that chicken hat...

101001

Am I alone in thinking that this is just another reason to LOVE balotelli... what a crazeee SOB

Savman

Whatever shall he do next :rolleyes:

Average-Ro

MUSEIST wrote: »

I have gained respect for mancini after that

Same as!

Dolph Starbeam

101001 wrote: »

Am I alone in thinking that this is just another reason to LOVE balotelli... what a crazeee SOB

I don't see how that could make anyone love him, after gaining a lot of respect for Mancini there.

Peyton Manning

Balotelli = ratings

super_furry

Awesome.

ShamoBuc

Strange guy.

Big Pussy Bonpensiero

What's wrong with trying to finish with a flourish in a meaningless pre-season friendly?? True, he is a nut-case, but I dont see anything wrong with what he did above...

Headshot

THFC wrote: »

What's wrong with trying to finish with a flourish in a meaningless pre-season friendly?? True, he is a nut-case, but I dont see anything wrong with what he did above...

It shows an enormous amount of disrespect for LA

Dont be at yourself

I love him, he's a nutter.

Don't really know how people can moan about that. It was a meaningless friendly and that moment has provided more entertainment than the the other 89 minutes ever will.

Cypher_sounds

Outrageous, love the reaction from Mancini.

LA got a goal back to draw the game after this, though city won on penos.

Big Pussy Bonpensiero

Headshot wrote: »

It shows an enormous amount of disrespect for LA

How tho? It was a trick finish, we see plenty of them every week in La Liga, the EPL and Serie A.

Dont be at yourself

Headshot wrote: »

It shows an enormous amount of disrespect for LA

Maradona, Best, Ronaldinho, Ronaldo all took the piss out of opponents all the time. Football wouldn't be half what it is without personalities like these guys.

Cypher_sounds

NekkidBibleMan wrote: »

Maradona, Best, Ronaldinho, Ronaldo all took the piss out of opponents all the time. Football wouldn't be half what it is without personalities like these guys.

Have another look at the attempt though, nowhere near the ability to try what he did compared to those you mentioned.

Seaneh

It was a meaningless friendly against a team of comparative armatures, why should he take it seriously, he was probably bored, fair ball to him.

Headshot

Cypher_sounds wrote: »

Have another look at the attempt though, nowhere near the ability to try what he did compared to those you mentioned.

exactly

He didnt look bothered, just a shrug of the shoulders

He wants a move away from the club I reckon

Dont be at yourself

Cypher_sounds wrote: »

Have another look at the attempt though, nowhere near the ability to try what he did compared to those you mentioned.

Are we getting our panties in a bunch because it didn't go in, or because he tried it in the first place? Seems to me like people are upset because he even attempted it.

Cypher_sounds

NekkidBibleMan wrote: »

Are we getting our panties in a bunch because it didn't go in, or because he tried it in the first place? Seems to me like people are upset because he even attempted it.

Far from it, am actually laughing at how bad an attempt it was, the only person thats upset seems to be Mancini I doubt Ballotelli is even bothered that he was taken off.

tommyhaas

The fact that Joe Harte was allowed to take a penalty demonstrates that the match wasn't being taken seriously. Had Harte missed, City could have been accused of disrespecting the opposition in the same way Balotelli is being accused of it. Its a bit hypocritical of Mancini IMO

JPA

THFC wrote: »

How though? It was a trick finish, we see plenty of them every week in La Liga, the EPL and Serie A.

Very rarely and usually only if the situation calls for it.

Headshot wrote: »

exactly

He didn't look bothered, just a shrug of the shoulders

He wants a move away from the club I reckon

Nah, he'd be like that at any club.

Seaneh

it's the sort of thing 20 year olds do in training every day, this game was, to players of that calibre, like playing against the u17's, it was a farce to them, they had no need to take it seriously, MLS, bar a handful of players, is about league 1 standard, why the hell should any player of Balotelli's ability take a pre-season friendly against a team that bad more seriously than they would a training game against the reserves or u17's?

At least rather than walk around bored and throwing a strop he tried to amuse himself and the fans.

Superman, Chuck Norris and Mr. T all wear Mario Balotelli underpants, true story.

JPA

tommyhaas wrote: »

The fact that Joe Harte was allowed to take a penalty demonstrates that the match wasn't being taken seriously. Had Harte missed, City could have been accused of disrespecting the opposition in the same way Balotelli is being accused of it. Its a bit hypocritical of Mancini IMO

Hart took a penalty for England U21 in the Euro Championshios a couple of years ago and buried it, so he has proven he can take a peno.

Mars Bar

Seaneh wrote: »

it's the sort of thing 20 year olds do in training every day, this game was, to players of that calibre, like playing against the u17's, it was a farce to them, they had no need to take it seriously, MLS, bar a handful of players, is about league 1 standard, why the hell should any player of Balotelli's ability take a pre-season friendly against a team that bad more seriously than they would a training game against the reserves or u17's?

At least rather than walk around bored and throwing a strop he tried to amuse himself and the fans.

Superman, Chuck Norris and Mr. T all wear Mario Balotelli underpants, true story.

Yes, it was a friendly on paper but it should be treated like any other match.

Every player out there is fighting for their place on the team for the start of the season. It should be serious and not a play area for the players to do something stupid when only 1 - 0 up.

Seaneh

No, it was a pre-season friendly they were playing in because the sponsors of the game paid enough money for them to play in, which the club in turn would use to help market the business in north america, it wasn't like any other game, it was a merchandising expedition.

henke

If your not a City fan you have to love Balotelli. He is a nutter and livens things up and always provided a talking point. But he is not a player you want in your own team and not someone you could ever have any respect for. I love him purely for the comedy factor.

Seaneh

MichaelM1987 wrote: »

If your not a City fan you have to love Balotelli. He is a nutter and livens things up and always provided a talking point. But he is not a player you want in your own team and not someone you could ever have any respect for. I love him purely for the comedy factor.

I'd have him at Milan in a heartbeat.

IsThisIt???

Seaneh wrote: »

it's the sort of thing 20 year olds do in training every day, this game was, to players of that calibre, like playing against the u17's, it was a farce to them, they had no need to take it seriously, MLS, bar a handful of players, is about league 1 standard, why the hell should any player of Balotelli's ability take a pre-season friendly against a team that bad more seriously than they would a training game against the reserves or u17's?

At least rather than walk around bored and throwing a strop he tried to amuse himself and the fans.

Superman, Chuck Norris and Mr. T all wear Mario Balotelli underpants, true story.

So why did it finish up 1-1. If they are as bad as you say the surely the most expensive team in the premiership would make easy work of them even if they were taking the piss

Nalz

Seaneh wrote: »

No, it was a pre-season friendly they were playing in because the sponsors of the game paid enough money for them to play in, which the club in turn would use to help market the business in north america, it wasn't like any other game, it was a merchandising expedition.

Why did Mancini take him off? To save face? In fear it would damage the merchandise expedition?

He's an idiot imo and should have at least taken a decent shot on goal

tommyhaas

IsThisIt??? wrote: »

So why did it finish up 1-1. If they are as bad as you say the surely the most expensive team in the premiership would make easy work of them even if they were taking the piss

Its preseason, Arsenal drew with Hangzhou Greentown, Liverpool got done 3-0 by Hull. Hardly an accurate reflection of the quality of the sides

IsThisIt???

Seaneh wrote: »

I'd have him at Milan in a heartbeat.

A fellow Milan fan, I'm still hopin he goes to Milan at some stage this season despite his attitude he is quality. There was talk of it before but and I think he's more suited to Italy anyway.

Dolph Starbeam

Seaneh wrote: »

No, it was a pre-season friendly they were playing in because the sponsors of the game paid enough money for them to play in, which the club in turn would use to help market the business in north america, it wasn't like any other game, it was a merchandising expedition.

If thats the case why did Mancini take him off and argue with him as he was going past him? Dzeko couldn't even believe he was stupid enough to do it. Stupid thing to do by Balotelli who isn't half as good as he thinks he is, the sooner he is out of the EPL the better imo.

Predalien

Whatever about the importance of the game, preseason is about professionalism and making sure you're right for the start of the season proper, clearly Balotelli isn't a true professional, spends far too much time acting the clown to ever fulfill his potential. He's running out of time to cop himself on. Congrats to Mancini for being so decisive.

DOC09UNAM

Would have been very nice, shame he missed tbh.

aidan24326

Seaneh wrote: »

It was a meaningless friendly against a team of comparative armatures, why should he take it seriously, he was probably bored, fair ball to him.

A meaningless friendly it may have been but as far as the manager is concerned it's a serious game in terms of preparing for the season ahead. This guy is a professional player who gets paid alot of money and that sort of muppetry isn't good enough.

Go in to work in the morning and act the maggot and your manager will call you aside, so it's no different here. Mancini was right to take him off and I'm sure they'll sell him if they can find some eejit to buy him. He's talented but he's an idiot.

martinr5232

Seaneh wrote: »

I'd have him at Milan in a heartbeat.

So will Mancini after that :D

KittyeeTrix

Seaneh wrote: »

Superman, Chuck Norris and Mr. T all wear Mario Balotelli underpants, true story.

Brilliant.....

I'm still in stitches at the shock of the American commentators over Balo's disrespect for Galaxy..... FFS.... He tried a fancy shot which came off arseways!!! So what???? If anything I was more embarrassed for the lad than annoyed or let down by him

x in the city

even if he leaves City.. like so many others on 100k+ week. Im sure some other team will be stupid enough to take him on and pay his handy wage.

Carcharodon

Seaneh wrote: »

it's the sort of thing 20 year olds do in training every day, this game was, to players of that calibre, like playing against the u17's, it was a farce to them, they had no need to take it seriously, MLS, bar a handful of players, is about league 1 standard, why the hell should any player of Balotelli's ability take a pre-season friendly against a team that bad more seriously than they would a training game against the reserves or u17's?

At least rather than walk around bored and throwing a strop he tried to amuse himself and the fans.

Superman, Chuck Norris and Mr. T all wear Mario Balotelli underpants, true story.

One of the many ridiculous comments, maybe he should take it seriously because he is a professional soccer player, this is his job and even pre season friendlies are part of his job.
He should always respect your opposition no matter what level you think they are at, especially in front of a crowd as you are somewhat of a role model and ambassador for the game.

Maybe if he actually pulled it off it would be one thing but the fact is that he couldn't and shows he thinks that he is a lot better than he actually is.
Then he throws a big tantrum after being taken off, just an utter knob.

Cill Dara Abu

I wonder if Mancini would have took him off if he managed to score?

Cill Dara Abu

At least this guy scored

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xcSY-MVE6ZU

Grayditch

That shot was disrespectfiul, arrogant, wasteful... and utterly and hilariously entertaining. He's the player everybody wants to watch ... in a shirt of anyone's elses team, but their own.

cup of tea

If he had scored it I'm sure there would be people raving about the goal!!.The fact is he didn't. In fairness I don't mind a bit of showboating pre season however there is a time and place for it. Just 1-0 up is not the right time to be trying that craic, maybe 4 or 5 up.
A bit of flair never hurt anyone :P .I hope he stays in England just for the character he is!!

Dublin_Gunner

THFC wrote: »

What's wrong with trying to finish with a flourish in a meaningless pre-season friendly?? True, he is a nut-case, but I dont see anything wrong with what he did above...

1. Pre-season friendlies are far from meaningless. They are there to get match fitness, for the manager to assess the players, and in this case marketing / promotion comes into it too.

2. Finish with a flurrish?? Matches don't finish on 30 minutes.

Personally I hope he puts him on the transfer list. Stupid, blatant, arrogant disrespect for the opposition and his team mates. The man doesn't think.

Let alone the fact he obviously holds his own 'tekkers' in high regard.

jive

Dublin_Gunner wrote: »

Personally I hope he puts him on the transfer list. Stupid, blatant, arrogant disrespect for the opposition and his team mates. The man doesn't think.

LMAO I've read some ridiculous comments on this forum in my time but this takes the biscuit. Balotelli showboated in a pre-season friendly - TRANSFER LIST!!!

Balotelli has bags of potential but I genuinely believe he is mental. He's a gas man. He's got everything he needs to be a world class forward but the brain for it. Hopefully he matures but I wouldn't hold my breath. I hope he manages to become a top forward while still being an absolute lunatic.

Mourinho described him as unmanageable and by the looks of things he's dead right. Having said that, Balotelli is some character and I hope he has a cracker of a season this year with some mental patches on the way. Stone mad.