Italian star Mario Balotelli recently had a close call while on club duty, almost choking to death after mistaking harissa for tomato ketchup.
The former Manchester City and Liverpool striker is no stranger to crazy antics, and his latest mishap had his former teammate Florian Thauvin in stitches.
Thauvin, who played for Newcastle before joining Marseille, recalled the amusing incident that took place during a pre-match training camp.
Balotelli, known for his love of pasta, helped himself to what he thought was tomato sauce but turned out to be the fiery North African condiment harissa. The powerful mix of chilis, spices, herbs, seeds, and oil left Balotelli weeping and sweating profusely within minutes.
Despite the mishap, Balotelli’s career has been a mix of highs and lows. The 33-year-old striker has played for clubs like Inter Milan, Manchester City, AC Milan, and Nice, winning trophies along the way. He is currently in his second spell with Turkish club Adana Demirspor, where he continues to showcase his goal-scoring prowess.
Balotelli’s eventful career has seen him play for top clubs and represent Italy on the international stage. Known for his talent on the pitch and his off-the-field antics, the striker’s latest misadventure with harissa is just another chapter in the colorful story of Mario Balotelli.
