Mario Balotelli: Video of Forgotten Italy Striker Looking ‘Wasted’ During Vacation Goes Viral

• Mario Balotelli showcased his maverick nature once again as he was sighted looking tipsy in a video which has gone viral
• The former Manchester City star, who was snubbed by Italy's coach for Euro 2024, is currently on vacation in his homeland
• Despite being unattached after departing Adana Demirspor, Super Mario likely won't be out of suitors in the transfer market

Enigmatic football star, Mario Balotelli, has made headlines again, this time for a less than flattering reason.

Footage circulating on social media, sighted by Sports Brief, suggests the former Italy international may have been intoxicated during his vacation in Italy.

Spanish publication Mundo Deportivo noted that the 33-year-old, who is currently a free agent after his contract with Adana Demirspor expired, was seen in a video looking visibly intoxicated.

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Dressed in a black T-shirt and blue jeans, Balotelli appeared unsteady on his feet and even stumbled to the ground before being helped up by passers-by.

Balotelli looks 'wasted' during vacation

In the video, Super Mario once considered a potential Ballon d'Or winner, seemed to have had too much to drink.

His legs wobbled, and he eventually fell to the street, only to rise again with assistance from passers-by.

Despite his unsteady state, he soon moved away with a sense of bliss, leaving onlookers bewildered by the scene.

The reason behind Balotelli's apparent state of intoxication remains unknown.

However, such incidents are often associated with footballers during the off-season as they unwind after a demanding campaign.

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Balotelli's current free-agent status and this viral video may not impress potential suitors, as it raises questions about his responsibility and discipline.

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Despite this, his performance last season indicates his unquestionable potential when in the right environment.

According to Transfermarkt, Balotelli scored seven goals in 16 games in the Turkish Super Lig, averaging a goal every other game.

Only time will tell if this incident will impact his future prospects or if his on-field talent will continue to attract clubs' attention.

Has Balotelli picked up a new sport?

Sports Brief also reported that Mario Balotelli appears to have taken up a new sport following the end of the 2023/24 season.

Based on his recent social media posts, the former AC Milan attacker seems to have developed an interest in Muay Thai.

The Italy international shared several videos of himself punching and kicking pads in a gym after taking up the martial art.