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Nigeria’s bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games must become a “dream,” according to President Bola Tinubu.

No African country has ever hosted the Games, according to Tinubu in a post on his official X account on Wednesday.

He claimed that the introduction of the 2030 edition to Nigeria would send a strong message about how crucial Africa is to the Commonwealth’s future.

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On Wednesday, the evaluation committee for the 2030 Commonwealth Games will hear from Nigeria’s final bid.

Shehu Dikko, the president of the Nigerian sports commission (NSC), and Bukola Olopade, the commission’s director general, serve as the Nigerian delegation’s leaders.

 Nigeria Interested In Hosting 2030 Commonwealth Games — NOC

President Tinubu urged the Commonwealth to “complete the circle of unity” in support of Nigeria’s proposal to host the event.

Every four years, the Commonwealth Games features a number of nations that were once the United Kingdom’s territories.

The Nigerian Olympic Committee (NOC) announced in April that it had completed the deadline of March 28, 2025 for expressions of interest in a bid to the 2030 Commonwealth Games.

Nigeria was denied a place in Glasgow that would host the 2014 Commonwealth Games.

The NOC stated that Nigeria’s bid to host the 2030 Games in Abuja will give it a unique opportunity to showcase its development, advance its reputation internationally, and revive its sports culture.

The African Games, a major multi-sport event that was last held in Abuja in 2003, were the last one to take place in Nigeria.

Glasgow, Scotland, will host the next Commonwealth Games from March 17 to March 29, 2026.

After defeating his fiercest competitor in the US Open final, world number one Carlos Alcaraz said on Wednesday that he will need to get ready for a new and better Jannik Sinner.

After falling to Alcaraz in New York earlier this month, Sinner, Italy’s Sinner, acknowledged that his “predictable” game needed to be improved. This was the most recent in a line-up of recent defeats to his Spanish foe.

Sinner’s first competitive appearance since the US Open, Alcaraz, will play at the Japan Open in Tokyo this week, while Sinner will play at the Beijing China Open.

Read more: “We Are Changing A Lot,” says Sinner following the US Open loss to Alcaraz.

Alcaraz claimed that when he faced the world’s second player on the court, he would need to be prepared for a different Sinner.

Alcaraz said, “I know he’s going to change something from the previous game.”

It’s the same as when I tried to be a better player the first time I faced him, and I did it again when I lost to him a few times.

He continued, “I have to be focused and ready for that change.”

This season, Alcaraz and Sinner have won two of the four Grand Slam finals.

Both Alcaraz and Sinner are only two years apart in age, making them both look set to monopolize the sport’s top titles for the foreseeable future.

Our rivalry is getting better, which is great, Alcaraz said, both for me and for tennis.

We’ll see how many times I’ll play against him and what circumstances we’ll encounter in the future.

“It’s going great right now,” the statement read.

After suffering a surprise defeat to American world number five Taylor Fritz last week at the Laver Cup in San Francisco, Alcaraz will now travel to Tokyo.

In Tokyo, Holger Rune, Holger Rune, Casper Ruud, and Tomas Machac from the Czech Republic will also compete, and Fritz is the top two seed.

Alcaraz, who has won the French Open and the US Open this year, described it as “the best season I’ve ever had.”

He said, “I’ve seen myself grow up a lot as a player on the court.”

“I can’t complain about the season I’m having so far,” says one critic. “It could be better, of course it could be better.”

Alcaraz’ first appearance at the Japan Open is a career-first.

He claimed he wanted to “see the culture and see everything here” while playing in Tokyo.

He said, “I can feel the energy from the Japanese people and play in different venues and stadiums.”

Jannik Sinner, who is making changes to his game since his US Open final defeat to Carlos Alcaraz, said on Wednesday that he is “reflecting a lot” in his new role.

After Alcaraz won four sets and regaining the world’s number one ranking, the Italian failed to defend his title in New York this month.

After winning the fourth Grand Slam, Sinner said that if he wanted to defeat Spain’s rival, he would need to be more unpredictable in his play.

The 24-year-old Sinner, who returns to action at the China Open, said, “We’ve been reflecting a lot.

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In three thrilling sets, Alcaraz defeated him in the final a year ago.

Without revealing what the changes were, the world number two continued, “We are changing a lot of small things where I’m thinking of right now.”

Sinner said the adjustments will cost a small sum and that Sinner will try them out in the Chinese capital.

He said, “I hope that this after recovers in a very positive way, but the amount of mistakes is undoubtedly a little higher.”

On Thursday, Sinner will face Marin Cilic of Croatia in the title match.

Alcaraz will not be playing in Japan this week, but he will instead be playing there to defend his title.

The legendary Roger Federer has warned that tournaments are now less interesting despite the fact that the “Sincaraz” rivalry is now the biggest in men’s tennis.

Federer stated on the Laver Cup’s side that it was “unquestionably” necessary to change up the court surfaces to boost competition.

He accused tournament organizers of helping Sinner and Alcaraz with generally slower courts.

When asked about the comments, Sinner acknowledged that the court speeds on the tour were not very varied.

Yes, we have more or less identical game situations on the court. He claimed that this is how it has been for a while.

“I’m not sure whether or not there will be a change.” I’m just a player who makes the most of my adaptability.

After his late League Cup winner against Southampton, manager Arne Slot criticized him for removing his shirt and apologizing to Liverpool fans.

Five minutes from time, the 23-year-old new signing scored a header to give Liverpool a 2-1 victory over second-tier Southampton as they put on another late show at Anfield on Tuesday.

After opening his account for the club, the France international replaced £125 million ($168 million) Alexander Isak, who had already made his debut.

Ekitike’s initial offense was one of being punched away in resentment.

Read more about Isak’s first goal for Liverpool in the League Cup victory over a scared Chelsea.

In the 85th minute, Shea Charles equalized before holding his shirt up for the cameras, but Ekitike drove away from the corner flag and removed his shirt.

The forward will be suspended for the Premier League leaders’ trip to Crystal Palace on Saturday if the referee issued a second caution followed by a red card.

Ekitike, who signed for the club for £69 million in July, claimed he had become enraged.

He shared his excitement on Instagram by posting, “I was so excited tonight to help the team win another victory here in our home for my first Carabao Cup (League Cup) game.”

He continued, “The emotion got the better of me tonight.” I’m sorry to the Red family.

Slot, the manager of Liverpool, was clearly unimpressed by Ekitike’s actions in the third-round tie as “needless” and “stupid.”

He said, “I told him that I can understand if you score in the Champions League final in the 87th minute after outplaying three players and hitting it in the top corner.”

What did I do when he says, “This is all about me, what did I do?”

“But I’m 47 and old, and I’m old-fashioned. Although I’ve never played at this level, I did score a few goals, and if I had, I would have turned around and said to Federico Chiesa, “This goal is all about you, this is not about me.”

With three goals in five Premier League games, Ekitike has a strong start to the season.

However, the Swede is competing for a forward slot with Isak and cannot afford to miss games.

Real Madrid defeated Levante on Tuesday to extend their winning run in La Liga by a respectable 4-1 victory.

As Xabi Alonso’s side maintained their 100 percent record, Kylian Mbappe scored twice in six games to add to their seven league goals.

Franco Mastantuono and Vinicius Junior both hit the mark for the league leaders with excellent finishes.

Real Oviedo, the Spanish champions, will face second-placed Barcelona on Thursday, with Madrid five points clear.

Alonso’s performance in the win over Espanyol on Saturday made Vinicius unhappy, but the Brazilian winger started on the left and delivered.

Since finishing second in last year’s Ballon d’Or rankings behind Rodri, Vinicius has struggled to maintain consistency.

After a strong game, he found his rhythm at the Ciutat de Valencia stadium and opened the scoring with a 28-minute lead.

Read more about Isak’s first goal for Liverpool in the League Cup victory over a scared Chelsea.

As the Los Blancos threatened, Valencia goalkeeper Mathew Ryan made a strong save to prevent Vinicius from hitting the post.

Vinicius fed a lavish effort into the far post with the help of Fede Valverde on the right of the box.

In the opening moments, Ivan Romero and Adrian de la Fuente were able to beat Levante, but they were forced to back, and Madrid won the game with a goal-scorching header from Vinicius.

Before half-time, Ryan finely stopped Vinicius from close range.

After Romero’s cross was deflected and volleyed into the air, Levante striker Karl Etta Eyong headed home with a close finish after being in excellent form at the start of the season.

Levante had a moment of hope, but Mbappe quickly oversaw that.

Unai Elgezabal awkwardly brought down the French superstar in the box, but Mbappe cheekily ducked the third-minute penalty down the middle.

The forward then rounded Ryan and scored his night’s second goal, which was assisted by Arda Guler.

After moving from Paris Saint-Germain in the summer of 2024, Mbappe struggled in his first few months at Madrid before excelling in his final season.

In the third round of the League Cup, Alexander Isak scored his first goal for Liverpool, helping them to defeat Southampton 2-1, while Chelsea escaped a shock defeat to third-place Lincoln on Tuesday.

Isak made his third appearance for Liverpool since breaking the £125 million ($169 million) transfer deadline.

The 26-year-old failed to score in his 58-minute debut against Atletico Madrid and was substituted for the final 23 minutes of Saturday’s Merseyside derby victory over Everton.

In the 43rd minute, Isak mishandled a short pass that Federico Chiesa attempted before picking out the Sweden international.

Isak turned 26 on Sunday, making it a later birthday gift.

Isak, who had scored for Newcastle last season in their League Cup victory over Liverpool last year, was taken off at half-time as he recovers from pre-season training while negotiations for a move to another city.

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In the 76th minute, Shea Charles scored the winner through a close-range finish following a reckless header from Wataru Endo at Liverpool.

Hugo Ekitike saved Liverpool’s understudy from a penalty shoot-out when he finished off Chiesa’s pass in the 85th minute despite Arne Slot making 11 changes from the Everton game.

The French international was dismissed for a second bookable offense after taking off his shirt to celebrate.

With seven straight victories, including five in the Premier League and one in the Champions League against Atletico, Liverpool have had a flawless start to the season.

Chelsea Perceived

After making eight changes to Chelsea following their 2-1 defeat at Manchester United on Saturday, Chelsea were in danger of a humiliating exit.

Lincoln took the lead thanks to a 42-minute Blues blunder in their first encounter with Chelsea since 1911.

Ivan Varfolomeev intercepted Enzo Fernandez’careless pass inside his own penalty area before it reached the dawdling Malo Gusto.

Varfolomeev headed for Rob Street, where he tipped a judicious finish past Filip Jorgensen from 12 yards.

Chelsea had lost to Bayern Munich and United in their previous two games.

But Tyrique George’s half-volley, which fell in off the post, put them back on track three minutes into the second half.

After 50 minutes, Facundo Buonanotte danced through the Lincoln defense before slotting home to put Maresca’s men in front.

At Turf Moor, Burnley suffered a shock 2-1 defeat to third-place Cardiff.

Scott Parker, the manager of the Clarets, had to pay the price for the Clarets’ decision to switch teams after their last weekend encounter with Nottingham Forest.

Callum Robinson scored the visitors’ second five minutes after Joel Colwill headed home in the 30th minute.

Burnley’s blushes were not spared by Zian Flemming’s 56th-minute response.

With a 2-0 victory over Everton, Wolves ended the gloom in Molineux.

After losing all five of their top-flight matches, Vitor Pereira’s team is currently at the bottom of the Premier League.

With a tap-in in the 29th minute, Marshall Munetsi gave Wolves the lead.

In the 87th minute, Toluwalase Arokodare reclaimed Wolves’ second goal in the aftermath of their 3-2 defeat at Everton in the Premier League in August.

At Oakwell, Brighton defeated third-division Barnsley 6 0 to defeat Diego Gomez four goals.