Mario Balotelli embarrassing backheel earns him early substitution

Roberto Mancini finally lost his patience with Mario Balotelli as he hauled the wayward striker off after half an hour of Manchester City's friendly with La Galaxy.The City manager replaced Balotelli moments after the Italian striker wasted a one-on-one chance by attempting to score with an extravagant backheel.Scroll down to see the video of Balotelli's bizarre attempt on goal Not so super Mario: Balotelli was subbed off after half an hour despite scoring a penalty against LA GalaxyAs soon as the ball flew wide, Mancini jumped angrily to his feet and instructed James Milner to warm up before taking Balotelli off minutes later.To make matters worse, Balotelli then questioned his manager's decision, prompting an embarrassing touchline scene in front if baffled American spectators.Mancini has supported Balotelli through thick and thin since persuading City to pay ?23million for the Italian international last summer.However, the City coach takes pre-season games seriously and was clearly furious to see Balotelli treating the occasion as an exhibition.City led 1-0 at half-time in the Home Dept Center against a home team featuring David Beckham. Balotelli had given his team the lead with a penalty ten minutes before he was substituted. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR FREE FANTASY FOOTBALL GAMEHoliday deals: Don't panic! The summer is still. for saleEXCLUSIVE: City put Hart in the big pay league with ?90k-per-week dealCaption competition: Your chance to win ?100 Sportsbook bet with Paddy Power

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