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  "title": "Barcelona, Inter Miami hail Messi’s historic Asturias award",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/24/barcelona-inter-miami-hail-messis-historic-asturias-award",
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  "published": "2026-10-24T06:20:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
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    "url": "https://punchng.com/barcelona-inter-miami-hail-messis-historic-asturias-award/"
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  "account": "Barcelona and Inter Miami have lauded Lionel Messi following his receipt of the 2026 Princess of Asturias Award for Sports. The Argentine football star was honored on October 23 at a ceremony in Oviedo, Spain, becoming the first individual athlete to receive this prestigious recognition. Barcelona expressed its admiration in a statement shared on X, highlighting Messi's exceptional talent, dedication to the sport, and philanthropic endeavors. The Spanish club emphasized the lasting impact of Messi's career on the team's history. Inter Miami also celebrated their captain, complimenting his talent and values that extend beyond soccer. The award jury commended Messi's remarkable career, sporting accomplishments, humility, and commitment to improving access to education and healthcare for children. Messi's illustrious career included over two decades at Barcelona, contributing to the club's success and legacy, before moving to Paris Saint-Germain and later to Inter Miami in 2023. This accolade joins Messi's extensive list of individual and team achievements, comprising eight Ballon d'Or awards and the 2022 FIFA World Cup with Argentina.",
  "summary": "Barcelona and Inter Miami have congratulated Lionel Messi after the Argentine star received the 2026 Princess of Asturias Award for Sports in Spain. Read More: https://punchng.com/barcelona-inter-miami-hail-messis-historic-asturias-award/",
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        "outlet": "Buenos Aires Times",
        "title": "Messi receives top Spanish award from heir to throne",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/23/messi-receives-top-spanish-award-from-heir-to-throne",
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        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "Messi receives top Spanish award from heir to throne",
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        "title": "Messi receives top Spanish award from heir to throne",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/24/messi-receives-top-spanish-award-from-heir-to-throne",
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        "outlet": "Ajel English",
        "title": "Barcelona president Laporta hails Messi after Asturias award win",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/24/barcelona-president-laporta-hails-messi-after-asturias-award-win",
        "published": "2026-10-24T05:46:42.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "Al Jazeera",
        "title": "Lionel Messi receives top Spanish award in recognition of social work",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/24/lionel-messi-receives-top-spanish-award-in-recognition-of-social-work",
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        "outlet": "Adom Online",
        "title": "Messi receives top Spanish award from heir to throne",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/24/messi-receives-top-spanish-award-from-heir-to-throne-16298231",
        "published": "2026-10-24T07:54:40.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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