Mancini open to making Balotelli captain of Italy

Mario Balotelli could be named Italy captain but the striker is a doubt to face France, said head coach Roberto Mancini.

Balotelli repaid Mancini's faith in recalling him to the international setup with a goal against Saudi Arabia in his first Azzurri appearance for four years.

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