Controversial football star Mario Balotelli has issued a public apology after sparking outrage for making a rape joke during a guest appearance on Italian Celebrity Big Brother.
The Italy international aimed a vile joke towards one of the contestants, Dayane Mello, as he made a TV appearance on Italy's version of the reality game show which his brother Enock is currently on.
During an interview on the programme, Balotelli was asked about Mello - who has previously claimed having a relationship with the former Manchester City ace, something he's denied.
Mario Balotelli laughs after making a crude rape joke on Italian Celebrity Big Brother
Ma sì, non diciamo nulla perché tanto è Balotelli #GFVip pic.