Balotelli, Bollocks and Barcelona

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How Mario Balotelli ruined Micah’s first day at his new club. Was Alan really worth £200 million in his pomp? And why did Gary find himself talking bollocks abroad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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