Balotelli back with a bang: Liverpool flop scores TWICE on Nice debut

Mario Balotelli's fresh start in the south of France began in style as he scored twice to inspire new club Nice to a 3-2 victory over Marseille, before revealing his regret over his move to Liverpool. 

The Italian was quickly deemed surplus to requirements at Anfield by Jurgen Klopp, after he returned from a season-long loan at AC Milan.

The striker was immediately frozen out, before ultimately ending up in Ligue 1 after a string of clubs turned down the chance to sign him. 

Balotelli has quickly began to repay Nice's faith, though, as his lethal finishing ability and nonchalant swagger inspired them to victory in their derby clash.