Born in
Stockholm, capital of Sweden, Elia Ballardini started his career at
A.C. Cesena. He was signed by
Bellaria – Igea Marina and
A.S. Andria BAT in temporary deals. On 14 January 2013 he was signed by
Virtus Entella along with
Sasha Cori. In 2014 the club promoted to Serie B. ==References==