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M'Baye Babacar Niang[1] (French pronunciation: ​[ˈm.be ˈniˈɑŋ]) (born 19 December 1994) is a French professional footballer who plays for Italian Serie A club Milan. He plays primarily as a forward, though his influence can extend out to the wings and the attacking midfield positions.[4] Niang is described as "a phenomenon" and "a striker out of the ordinary" and made his professional debut, at the age of 16, in April 2011, in a league match with his former club Caen against Toulouse. His playing style has also drawn comparisons to fellow Milan striker Mario Balotelli.[5][6] Niang made his first start the following week in a 4–0 away win over Nice.[7] On 8 May 2011, he scored his first professional goal in a 1–1 draw with Lens.[8] Three days later, Niang scored the equalizing goal in another 1–1 draw, this time with Rennes. He has represented his nation France at under-16, under-17, and under-21 level.[9] Niang scored his first goal for Milan in a cup game against Reggina that Milan won 2–0.