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Blog: Maddening Mario
Scott Fleming analyses the latest travails of the immensely irritating Mario Balotelli
Another day, another Mario Balotelli controversy. The teen threw off his gloves and stormed down the tunnel when he was substituted during the first leg of the Coppa semi-final against Fiorentina last night, following an argument with Jose Mourinho.
I don’t know what Mourinho said during the dispute, but I can take a good guess, as it was probably the same things I shout every time I watch Balotelli.
He is an incredibly infuriating character. In all my years of watching football I have never seen anyone who spends as much time on the ground after being fouled. In fact, he doesn’t even need to be fouled, despite his considerable height and strength he tumbles to the floor at the slightest contact from an opposition defender. And if a free-kick isn’t given he spends even longer on the turf in some sort of protest at the decision.
Then there are his bizarre celebrations, which usually involve glaring at the stands with a murderous look in his eyes.
Inevitably the rumour mill will now spin back into action, with everyone from Arsenal to Real Madrid and maybe even Milan being linked with a summer bid for Super Mario’s services.
I don’t think a transfer is the answer however. In my view his problems are such that if they are not fixed here and now at Inter, with the people who know him and have supported him throughout his development, then they never will be. If he quits the club, he will become a journeyman like Nicolas Anelka who constantly skips between outfits.
Let’s not forget either that there are mitigating circumstances. Balotelli is only 19, and ever since his debut at the age of 17 he’s suffered sick racial abuse in stadiums around Italy and even on the street.
His troubled childhood is another weight on his shoulders. It should also be said that defenders do tend to pick on him – although in no way does that excuse his theatrical responses.
The funny thing is that Balotelli actually played really rather well last night. He caused plenty of problems for the Florentine rearguard, and provided an unselfish assist for Diego Milito’s goal. That will all be forgotten in the midst of the Mourinho controversy though.
Sadly, this is a trend that threatens to repeat itself throughout this talented youngster’s career.
source: http://www.football-italia.net/blogs/sf51.html
this is getting interesting
Scott Fleming analyses the latest travails of the immensely irritating Mario Balotelli
Another day, another Mario Balotelli controversy. The teen threw off his gloves and stormed down the tunnel when he was substituted during the first leg of the Coppa semi-final against Fiorentina last night, following an argument with Jose Mourinho.
I don’t know what Mourinho said during the dispute, but I can take a good guess, as it was probably the same things I shout every time I watch Balotelli.
He is an incredibly infuriating character. In all my years of watching football I have never seen anyone who spends as much time on the ground after being fouled. In fact, he doesn’t even need to be fouled, despite his considerable height and strength he tumbles to the floor at the slightest contact from an opposition defender. And if a free-kick isn’t given he spends even longer on the turf in some sort of protest at the decision.
Then there are his bizarre celebrations, which usually involve glaring at the stands with a murderous look in his eyes.
Inevitably the rumour mill will now spin back into action, with everyone from Arsenal to Real Madrid and maybe even Milan being linked with a summer bid for Super Mario’s services.
I don’t think a transfer is the answer however. In my view his problems are such that if they are not fixed here and now at Inter, with the people who know him and have supported him throughout his development, then they never will be. If he quits the club, he will become a journeyman like Nicolas Anelka who constantly skips between outfits.
Let’s not forget either that there are mitigating circumstances. Balotelli is only 19, and ever since his debut at the age of 17 he’s suffered sick racial abuse in stadiums around Italy and even on the street.
His troubled childhood is another weight on his shoulders. It should also be said that defenders do tend to pick on him – although in no way does that excuse his theatrical responses.
The funny thing is that Balotelli actually played really rather well last night. He caused plenty of problems for the Florentine rearguard, and provided an unselfish assist for Diego Milito’s goal. That will all be forgotten in the midst of the Mourinho controversy though.
Sadly, this is a trend that threatens to repeat itself throughout this talented youngster’s career.
source: http://www.football-italia.net/blogs/sf51.html
this is getting interesting
Mou and Matrix slam 'baby' Balo
Thursday 4 February, 2010
Marco Materazzi and Jose Mourinho both criticised Mario Balotelli for being “childish” after another row with the Coach.
The Inter striker was substituted during the 1-0 Coppa Italia win with Fiorentina last night just moments after exchanging angry words with Mourinho.
“Mario is a big kid who always wants to play,” warned veteran teammate Materazzi.
“He’s too childish. When we talk, I tell him that he should be more like me. I too would like to play all the time, but I can’t and I accept it.”
Balotelli stormed off the field when he was substituted, throwing his gloves on the ground and walking straight past the bench down the tunnel.
Mourinho revealed the reason behind their altercation when Inter were defending a set piece.
“He stayed back to look for a contact lens that had fallen out. He could’ve lost an eye as far as I was concerned, but first of all he had to think of the team that was in danger,” said the Special One.
“If Mario is angry, that is his problem. I took him off because the team was struggling to keep hold of the ball.
“In that respect, Goran Pandev and Diego Milito are more intelligent than Mario.”
Meanwhile, on Monday Balotelli was at an awards ceremony and explained why he tends not to celebrate after scoring a goal.
“On the field I rarely celebrate. Sometimes it’s because I’m angry with the opponents or my teammates.”
http://football-italia.net/feb04p.html
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Anyone else of the opinion that the two are way more similar than they think?
Thursday 4 February, 2010
Marco Materazzi and Jose Mourinho both criticised Mario Balotelli for being “childish” after another row with the Coach.
The Inter striker was substituted during the 1-0 Coppa Italia win with Fiorentina last night just moments after exchanging angry words with Mourinho.
“Mario is a big kid who always wants to play,” warned veteran teammate Materazzi.
“He’s too childish. When we talk, I tell him that he should be more like me. I too would like to play all the time, but I can’t and I accept it.”
Balotelli stormed off the field when he was substituted, throwing his gloves on the ground and walking straight past the bench down the tunnel.
Mourinho revealed the reason behind their altercation when Inter were defending a set piece.
“He stayed back to look for a contact lens that had fallen out. He could’ve lost an eye as far as I was concerned, but first of all he had to think of the team that was in danger,” said the Special One.
“If Mario is angry, that is his problem. I took him off because the team was struggling to keep hold of the ball.
“In that respect, Goran Pandev and Diego Milito are more intelligent than Mario.”
Meanwhile, on Monday Balotelli was at an awards ceremony and explained why he tends not to celebrate after scoring a goal.
“On the field I rarely celebrate. Sometimes it’s because I’m angry with the opponents or my teammates.”
http://football-italia.net/feb04p.html
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Anyone else of the opinion that the two are way more similar than they think?
I suggest we stop jumping Mourinho: Balotelli has got only one neuron
Jose Mourinho has criticised Mario Balotelli indirectly by suggesting he lacks intelligence during the unveiling of new Inter signing McDonald Mariga.
There has been friction between the Italian striker and his coach after he reacted furiously when substituted against Fiorentina on Wednesday night.
Mourinho has said Balotelli needs to start learning quickly if he wants to stay at the club.
"Mariga has millions of neurones and he can only improve by training with Javier Zanetti, Esteban Cambiasso and Marco Materazzi," he told the press, referring to Balotelli.
"If a player trains with these players and he doesn't learn then it must mean he has only one neurone."
Mourinho then described Mariga and what he expects from him.
"He reminds me of Juventus' Momo Sissoko, but Mariga has more margins to improve on a technical and tactical level as he is young," he added.
Like his coach, Mariga has clear ideas.
"I am very happy to be here and I want to learn, I know I can do this with a great coach like Mourinho," said the Kenyan midfielder.
"Inter are a very strong team and this is an important experience for me. I want to learn from my new team-mates as they are all champions."
Inter Coach Jose Mourinho Takes Another Swipe At Mario Balotelli As He Presents McDonald Mariga
Goal.com
Jose Mourinho has criticised Mario Balotelli indirectly by suggesting he lacks intelligence during the unveiling of new Inter signing McDonald Mariga.
There has been friction between the Italian striker and his coach after he reacted furiously when substituted against Fiorentina on Wednesday night.
Mourinho has said Balotelli needs to start learning quickly if he wants to stay at the club.
"Mariga has millions of neurones and he can only improve by training with Javier Zanetti, Esteban Cambiasso and Marco Materazzi," he told the press, referring to Balotelli.
"If a player trains with these players and he doesn't learn then it must mean he has only one neurone."
Mourinho then described Mariga and what he expects from him.
"He reminds me of Juventus' Momo Sissoko, but Mariga has more margins to improve on a technical and tactical level as he is young," he added.
Like his coach, Mariga has clear ideas.
"I am very happy to be here and I want to learn, I know I can do this with a great coach like Mourinho," said the Kenyan midfielder.
"Inter are a very strong team and this is an important experience for me. I want to learn from my new team-mates as they are all champions."
Inter Coach Jose Mourinho Takes Another Swipe At Mario Balotelli As He Presents McDonald Mariga
Goal.com