Balotelli, his sons, goals and bows: his metamorphosis to the national flavor

In Nice Mario has rebuilt. Ventura did not want it, but after three years of absence, he continues to hope for it: "I dream the blue"

As Alessandro Grandesso writes in today's newspaper, if from the blue ashes must sprout the rebirth, it is no longer ignored who could return to Italy's football force. With the smile of those who have found the taste of the goal that is celebrating, as in the past, even with a bow. Mario Balotelli at the age of 27 seems finally mature to take on the responsibility of leading the National team out of the ford. After all, he knows how to do it. It was only a year and a half ago that it seemed to have flown, but on the Côte d'Azur it was rebuilt with humility and determination, physically, mentally, and bomber. As shown by the double with which he dragged Nice to the Europa League in the 16th. An exploit for a provincial club that already has 11 networks in 15 total attendances. All after a first year with personal record of league goals: 15 in 23 races. Not enough to convince the ex c.t. Ventura to resume it. Nevertheless, returning to blue after more than three years of absence remains a milestone for Balotelli, as recalled at France3's mics on Thursday: "I have nothing to say about eliminating the World Cup. For me Italy remains a dream, I will always be proud to be part of it. "

In Côte d'Azur, however, Italian has found the ideal conditions to return to shine, far from English tabloids and Italian pressures. Encouraged by fans and executives. Less than the coach Lucien Favre never saves some criticism, even publicly, but can not help it in the field, where he stimulates him to fill some gaps. Balotelli is now in press, back to lead the attack, is sacrificed in coverage, works for the team. It needs to improve and collect less cards, but it certainly is more man. I deserve the second paternity and a lifestyle away from the "beggars": "The family is the most important thing for me, I have a daughter and a son as I have always hoped, becoming a dad has made me accountable, and I live very homely."

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