Elijah Odetokun

Education: Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria (2014-2020) London School of Journalism (2023-2024) Foundation for Investigative Journalism (2020) AIPS (2021) Reuters (2021) Google News Initiative (2024)

Experience: Daily Times Nigeria (2020) OmaSports (2020-2021) El Futbolero (2021) Sports Brief (2022-2024) Legit (2024 - present)

Awards: Sports Brief Rookie of the Year 2023. Legit.ng Sport's Desk MVP of the Year 2024.

Elijah Odetokun is a Nigerian sports editor at Legit.ng. He has four years of working experience and holds a Bachelor of Agriculture from the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, and a Diploma in Freelance and Sports Writing from the London School of Journalism. Email: elijah.odetokun@sportsbrief.com

1761 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Mikel Obi visits Real Madrid training ground, congratulates Modric on new contract

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Amaju Pinnick: ex NFF boss speaks on Osimhen's rant towards Finidi George

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a year ago

Ralf Rangnick selects two Nigerian players for Austria perspective training course

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a year ago

Former Super Eagles assistant names only Nigerian coach capable to replace Finidi

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a year ago

Victor Osimhen: Premier League Clubs Unable to Sign Napoli Striker Amid PSG Move

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a year ago

“He's a bit undisciplined,” Napoli legend aims subtle dig at Victor Osimhen

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a year ago

Chelsea ready to offer to players to sign Victor Osimhen from Napoli: reports

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a year ago

Chelsea will re-open negotiations to sign Napoli striker, Victor Osimhen, and could offer two players to facilitate the deal, according to latest reports.

Former England manager touted to replace Finidi George for Super Eagles Job

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a year ago

Former England manager Steve McLaren is one of the foreign coaches under consideration for the vacant managerial position of the Super Eagles of Nigeria.

Euro 2024: Sunday Oliseh names 4 players key to Spain's title triumph

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a year ago

Spain beat England 2-1 to win the 2024 European Championship. Nigerian football legend Sunday Oliseh has named four key players in the Spanish team.

Victor Boniface: Super Eagles forward rules out Premier League move

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a year ago

Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface has ruled out a move away from Bayer Leverkusen, giving the only condition that could make him leave the German club.

Colombian fan spotted wearing Nigeria's jersey at Copa America final

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a year ago

Argentina and Colombia faced off in the 2024 Copa America final. A Colombian fan was spotted wearing Nigerian legend Austin Jay-Jay Okocha's jersey.

Asisat Oshoala trolls England after Euro 2024 final loss to Spain

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a year ago

Spain beat England 2-1 to win Euro 2024 in Germany. Super Falcons striker Asisat Oshoala made fun of the Three Lions with their popular catch phrase.

Victor Osimhen tipped as Manchester United’s dream signing, compared to two legends

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a year ago

Former Manchester United striker Louis Saha has compared Victor Osimhen to legendary strikers and tipped the Nigerian for a move to Old Trafford.

Victor Osimhen: €100m Super Eagles retains status as most valuable African player

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a year ago

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen retains his top status as Africa's most expensive player despite the uncertainties surrounding his Napoli future.

“He’s a Napoli player,”: Antonio Conte gives latest update on Osimhen’s future

Football

a year ago

Napoli manager Antonio Conte has provided the latest update on Victor Osimhen's future, hinting that the striker could remain at the club next season.

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