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 five 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. He has covered major Super Eagles games, including FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Email: elijah.odetokun@sportsbrief.com

1998 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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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

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

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a year ago

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

Football

a year ago

Victor Boniface: Super Eagles forward rules out Premier League move

Football

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

Football

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

Football

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

Football

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.

5 Nigerian Descent Players in Chelsea’s Squad After Dropping Omorodion Interest

Football

a year ago

Chelsea gave up on signing Samuel Omorodion. The Blues still have some players of Nigerian descent who are eligible to play for the Super Eagles.

Chelsea end transfer interest in Spanish striker of Nigerian descent

Football

a year ago

Chelsea have withdrawn from the race to sign Super Eagles eligible striker Samuel Omorodion from Atletico Madrid due to the Spanish club's asking price.

Sadio Mane: Senegal star excited, celebrates teenage wife as she graduates

Football

a year ago

Sadio Mane married teenage wife Aisha Tamba in January. The Senegal star is excited and celebrates his wife after she graduated from secondary school.

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