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Prandelli hails unpredictable Balotelli

(AP Photo/Antonio Calanni)

RECIFE, Brazil (AP) Mario Balotelli is so unpredictable that even his coach has trouble keeping tabs on the prized Italy striker.

Balotelli's winning goal in the Azzurri's 2-1 win over Mexico at the Confederations Cup was a prime example.

The goal showed off Balotelli's combination of brute strength and sheer athleticism. But the AC Milan striker immediately took away some of the moment's luster by stripping off his shirt, earning a yellow card.

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