Rafa Benitez for Pope? Top 5 Twitter jokes

BREAKING: Peter Odemwingie has been spotted sitting in The Vatican car park, demanding to be let in. More to follow. #Pope

THE Vatican today announced the Pope is to resign at the end of the month.

But while there was naturally a lot of shock and discussion at the news on the internet, many also used the opportunity to take a more light-hearted look at Pope Benedict XVI's decision.

Below are the best jokes we found on Twitter. But if you think we've missed one - let us know via @Daily_Star !

1) BREAKING: Peter Odemwingie has been spotted sitting in The Vatican car park, demanding to be let in. More to follow. #Pope (@BBCSporf)

2) So, the #Pope says he's taking a permanent leave of his duties. Can someone tell #Benitez there's an interim #Pope vacancy at the Vatican.. (@Anerchourney)

3) Will the Pope be allowed back to the crease should the next one fall? #Pope #RetiredOut or #RetiredNotOut? (@LufbraCricket)

4) Pope quits to spend more time with wife and kids. Wait? #Pope (@liamthompson1)

5) Pope knew he was losing his touch when caught lip-synching last few sermons so has got out whilst on top of his game. #pope (@KakLinds)

Source: http://www.dailystar.co.uk/news/view/298144/Rafa-Benitez-for-Pope-Top-5-Twitter-jokes/

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