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 six 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@corp.legit.ng.

2747 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Diego Simeone explains his decision to substitute Ademola Lookman during the Copa del Rey final, following Atletico Madrid's penalty shootout loss to Real Sociedad.

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Galatasaray's Okan Buruk reflects on the 2-1 victory over Genclerbirligi, discussing Victor Osimhen's absence and their upcoming derby against Fenerbahçe.

Galatasaray coach explains why he dropped Osimhen from matchday squad vs Genclerbirligi

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Galatasaray head coach Okan Buruk has explained why Victor Osimhen did not make the matchday squad against Genclerbirligi despite travelling with the team.

Mysterious cat predicts result of Chelsea vs Manchester United Premier League clash

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Nimbus Pronos predicts Chelsea will beat Manchester United in a crucial match at Stamford Bridge, both teams seeking vital points for a Champions League spot.

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