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		<title>FIFA Rule Forces Argentina to Keep Messi’s No.10 in Circulation</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:51:44 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Argentina will be unable to permanently retire Lionel Messi’s iconic number 10 jersey because of FIFA regulations. The Argentine Football Association had planned to keep the number 10 shirt unused following Messi’s retirement from international football. Messi announced his international retirement on August 31 after more than two decades with the national team. The Inter [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
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		<title>Argentina Picks Messi’s Successor for No.10 Jersey</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:45:19 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Nico Paz has been identified as the player set to inherit Lionel Messi’s iconic number 10 shirt for Argentina following the Inter Miami forward’s international retirement. Messi, a Barcelona legend, announced his retirement from international football on August 31, ending a career with the national team that spanned more than two decades. The Inter Miami [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
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		<title>Nations League: Van Bommel Tells Jorge Jesus to Keep Ronaldo Promise</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:38:18 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Belgium head coach, Mark van Bommel, has criticised Portugal manager, Jorge Jesus, over his handling of Cristiano Ronaldo. Ronaldo has attracted significant attention following his departure from the Portugal national team camp ahead of their UEFA Nations League match against Denmark. The Al Nassr forward left the camp shortly after Jesus concluded his pre match [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
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		<title>Messi Farewell: Roma Block Dybala, Molina From Argentina Match</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 06:01:12 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[AS Roma have confirmed that Paulo Dybala and Nahuel Molina will not be released to travel to Argentina for Lionel Messi’s farewell match. The farewell game against Benin Republic is scheduled to take place on October 6. Roma cited the long distance involved and logistical concerns as reasons for refusing to release the two Argentina [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
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		<title>Ballon d’Or 2026: Al Khelaifi Backs Three PSG Stars</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 05:52:55 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Paris Saint Germain president Nasser Al Khelaifi has expressed his desire to see one of his players win the 2026 Ballon d’Or. Al Khelaifi, speaking to Marca, identified Ousmane Dembele, Fabian Ruiz and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia as the three Paris Saint Germain players he believes deserve the award. He said: “Obviously, I want one of my [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
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		<title>Chelle Explains Super Eagles’ 3 0 Loss to Guinea Bissau</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 05:41:03 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has explained the factors behind Nigeria’s 3 0 defeat to Guinea Bissau in their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier on Tuesday. The defeat came three days after Nigeria recovered from a goal down to defeat Madagascar 2 1 in their opening fixture. Nigeria struggled against Guinea Bissau, with [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
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		<title>AFCON 2027 Qualifiers: Nigeria, Morocco Secure Wins as Matchday Two Continues</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2026 05:57:05 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign continued on Friday, with Nigeria, Morocco and Mali recording victories, while Senegal were held to a draw by Mozambique. Nigeria came from behind to defeat Madagascar 2-1 at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo. Ehsan Kari gave Madagascar the lead in the 16th minute before George [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
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		<title>AFCON 2027: Chelle Hails Super Eagles’ Fighting Spirit After Madagascar Win</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2026 05:53:21 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has praised his players for their resilience and determination following Nigeria’s 2-1 comeback victory over Madagascar in their opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match. Nigeria recovered from an early setback to defeat the Barea at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on Friday night. Madagascar took [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
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		<title>AFCON 2027: Moses Simon Celebrates 100 Super Eagles Appearances</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2026 05:47:08 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Super Eagles winger Moses Simon has expressed delight after reaching 100 international appearances for Nigeria, admitting he never imagined achieving the milestone. The Paris FC forward made his 100th appearance on Friday night as Nigeria defeated Madagascar 2-1 in their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying encounter. Simon entered the match in the 61st minute, [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
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		<title>AFCON 2027: Chelle Names Super Eagles Starting XI Against Madagascar</title>
		<link>https://puoreports.ng/2026/09/25/afcon-2027-chelle-names-super-eagles-starting-xi-against-madagascar/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 16:52:16 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has unveiled Nigeria’s starting lineup for tonight’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against Madagascar. Stanley Nwabali will start in goal, with Ola Aina and Bruno Onyemaechi occupying the fullback positions. Semi Ajayi and Calvin Bassey will form the central defensive partnership. Captain Wilfred Ndidi will lead the [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
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