Mario Balotelli: Badass or Jackass?

Why always him?

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Mario Balotelli has found his name in the headlines of virtually every newspaper from Milan to Manchester, and often for all the wrong reasons. He’s been labeled selfish, immature, and even reckless at times. But, despite all this, is it possible that he’s just a diamond in the ruff waiting to break out? Super Mario already has several trophies to his name, has scored memorable goals for clubs and country, and is directly responsible for Manchester City hoisting their first Premier League title in 44 years.

But it appears that his numerous off the pitch escapades are too much. Balotelli’s had more girl problems than we can keep track of, and he frankly seems to not give a shit half the time. He’s been called out by former coaches and teammates, many of which he’s gotten into physical scuffles with, and has been booed by his own fans for his on-field shenanigans. However, Balotelli has excelled since his January transfer to AC Milan, already netting seven league goals for the Rossoneri. He’s even won the praise of his new coach. Is Super Mario finally ready to emerge as a top player? Well, we ask you: Is Mario Balotelli a Badass or a Jackass?

Written by Adam Silvers (@silversurfer103)

RELATED: The Complete History of Mario Balotelli's Shenanigans

Badass: Wins Back-to-Back-to-Back Serie A Titles with Inter

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Jackass: Wears a Rival Team's Jersey on TV

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Badass: Does the Treble with Inter

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Jackass: Throws his Shirt to the Ground After CL Victory

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Badass: Has Never Missed a Penalty Take

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Jackass: Fights a Teammate in Training

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Jackass: Cheats on Girlfriend with her Best Friend

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Badass: Confronts a Bully at a Manchester School

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Jackass: Karate Kicks Himself and his Team Out of Europe

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Badass: Helps Manchester City Win First Piece of Hardware in 35 Years

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Jackass: Throws Darts at Youth Team Players

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Badass: "Why Always Me?"

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Jackass: Gives Up a Clear Scoring Chance to Try a Back Heel

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Badass: Dismisses Borussia Dortmund's Trash-Talking Goalie

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Jackass: Stomps on Another Player While on the Ground

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Badass: Helps Manchester City Win their First EPL Title in 44 Years

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Jackass: Reckless Challenge on Alex Song

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Badass: Scores a Goalaso Against Germany in Euro Semis

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Jackass: Orders a Life-Sized Statue of Himself

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Final Verdict: Jackass

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