City had secured seven victories and a draw, putting them top of the league with 22 points, two points ahead of United, who had won six matches and drawn two. Obi, Nedu (24 October 2011). "Man City 6-1 Manchester United: 5 Worst Premier League Losses in United History". Bleacher Report . Retrieved 4 December 2022. With Balotelli, however, there were always mitigating factors. His childhood, having been born in Sicily to Ghanaian parents, was a difficult one and involved him being put into foster care at the age of three. He had to endure racism throughout his early years, growing up with an adoptive family in Brescia, northern Italy, and those were experiences that shaped his personality. Andy Murray 'gutted' after his injury heartache drags on with shoulder problem... as he withdraws from Davis Cup ahead of Novak Djokovic clash

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Chapman, or “Chappy”, had the trust of City’s players. He was a brilliant keeper of secrets, as all the best kit men tend to be, and Balotelli wanted it to be a surprise for everyone.

Dominik Szoboszlai downs a shot in the stands after helping Hungary qualify for Euro 2024... as he leads celebrations following win over Montenegro Delaney, Miguel (10 August 2017). "25 most significant moments in Premier League history including Gerrard, Keegan, Aguerooooooo and more". The Independent . Retrieved 5 February 2022. When the fire crews arrived, they did not realise at first that the man who had arranged this fireworks party was — to use Noel Gallagher’s description — the “poster boy for naughty children”.Two minutes into the second half, Jonny Evans was sent off for pulling down Balotelli and City, with the extra man, were unforgiving opponents. Balotelli scored again. Edin Dzeko got a double, Aguero and David Silva one apiece. “Why Always Them?” City’s fans had complained about United for generations. Not any more.

Coming to Manchester City from the Italian side Inter Milan in a 24-million-pound move, Balotelli was regarded by his manager Roberto Mancini as one of the best strikers in the world with the potential to equal Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo in terms of ability. It’s Mario,” Mancini said. “He’s crazy. But I love him because he’s a good guy. I don’t know what happened with the fireworks. The good thing is he was not hurt. But all I know is that he is sleeping at a hotel now.”Doyle, Mark (20 April 2020). "Mythbuster: Balotelli set his own house on fire & many more madcap stories about Super Mario". Goal . Retrieved 31 December 2022. Aaron Ramsdale's dad blasts Mikel Arteta's handling of replacing his 'cup keeper' son with David Raya - and says ex-No 1 has 'lost his smile' Former Premier League and England defender RETIRES at the age of 41... as he decides to call it a day after failing to find a new club following his release by Stoke at the end of last season That is a load of b******s': Boxing legend Tony Bellew reacts furiously after his team lost a challenge on I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!