Romania 1-1 Italy

Balotelli fed up with racist abuse

November 18, 2010
Italy striker Mario Balotelli says he is growing weary of hearing racist abuse when playing football after being subjected to taunts - reportedly from his own fans - during Wednesday's 1-1 friendly draw with Romania.



Balotelli, 20, earned his second Azzurri cap in the draw but the Manchester City forward's appearance was marred by abusive chants, directed at him every time he touched the ball.

The game was being played in Austria, but it is believed that most ...

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