Mario Balotelli wants a kiss from the Queen if Italy beats Costa Rica

TORONTO – Italian striker Mario Balotelli has a cheeky proposal for England; a win against Costa Rica in exchange for a kiss from the Queen.

Balotelli tweeted the offer Thursday as England’s fate at the World Cup now lies in Italy’s hands after the English squad lost 2-1 to Uruguay.

Italy will face off against Costa Rica on Friday, where a victory will put them on the verge of qualifying for the round of 16 but will give England a chance to join them as the Group D runner-up.

The English are facing elimination if Italy loses or draws with Costa Rica or if Italy beats Costa Rica but loses to Uruguay on Tuesday.

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Uruguay’s Luis Suarez scored twice Thursday, giving the English side its second straight loss of the tournament.

Wayne Rooney scored his first-ever goal at the World Cup in the loss.

Friday’s matches will also feature Switzerland vs. France at 3 p.m. ET and Honduras vs. Ecuador at 6 p.m. ET.