Why always me? Balotelli's best (and worst) bits
Enigmatic Liverpool striker Mario Balotelli found himself in headlines again today when one of his Instagram posts prompted claims of racism and anti-semitism.
The Italian has since apologised for the comment, claiming it was intended as "anti-racist with humour."
For better or worse, the 24 year-old who was one described by Noel Gallagher as "a force of nature" is the subject of countless headlines and column inches.
Here, we round up some of his best and worst moments.
Tripping up his £27m colleague
Having trouble with a training bib
Turning up to play for Man City's youth team
Fighting with his manager
Surprising schoolchildren on a stadium tour
Celebrating international goals like this
Not smiling when he scores...
Unashamed showmanship after scoring against City's rivals
Fireworks, literally set off inside his home
Driving a camouflage car...
Being Noel Gallagher's favourite player...
Entertaining his guests with magic tricks...
Remaining calm under pressure
Pepe shirt swap incident
Confrontation with woman in Manchester
His 'appearance' in the House of Commons