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.

3204 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Neymar confirms retirement from Brazil national team with emotional statement after World Cup

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Super Falcons coach Justine Madugu reacts after disappointing 3-2 loss to Malawi

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Super Falcons set 2 unwanted records with WAFCON 2026 opener loss to Malawi

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Stanley Nwabali sends message to Chiamaka Nnadozie after WAFCON 2026 opener nightmare

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Super Falcons lose opening WAFCON 2026 match to debutants Malawi

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Kanyinsola Ajayi storms to Commonwealth Games 100m final in Glasgow

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FIFA President sends message to Nicolas Otamendi after his post-World Cup retirement

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FIFA President pays tribute to Nicolas Otamendi after he retired from international football after Argentina's 2026 World Cup final loss to Spain.

FIFA sends message to Zinedine Zidane after becoming France coach

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FIFA welcomes Zinedine Zidane as France head coach after Didier Deschamps' 14-year tenure. Zidane aims to lead Les Bleus to UEFA Euro 2028 and FIFA World Cup 2030.

Besiktas sets asking price for Super Eagles captain amid interest from Saudi clubs

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Besiktas set a modest asking price for Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi, amid interest from Saudi clubs Al-Ittihad and Al Diriyah for the Nigerian midfielder.

Galatasaray coach reacts after Victor Osimhen’s team lost to Akor Adams’ Venezia

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Galatasaray falls to Venezia 3-0 in pre-season, with Okan Buruk addressing the team's underwhelming performance ahead of their upcoming league campaign.

Justine Madugu speaks ahead of Super Falcons’ WAFCON 2026 opener vs Malawi

Football

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Super Falcons' coach Justine Madugu prepares for WAFCON 2026, emphasising respect for debutants Malawi. Nigeria seeks to defend their 10-time champions title.

Cape Verde star's brilliant strike vs Argentina wins 2026 FIFA World Cup’s best goal

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Cape Verde's Sidny Lopes Cabral wins the 2026 FIFA World Cup Goal of the Tournament with a stunning strike against Argentina in a historic knockout match.

Jayden Adams girlfriend Aqueelah reacts to fake news after Mamelodi Sundowns star’s burial

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Aqueelah Adendorf addresses false rumours surrounding late footballer Jayden Adams' death, emphasising the need for dignity and respect amid ongoing investigations.

Kylian Mbappe writes open letter to French fans after finishing 4th at 2026 World Cup

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Kylian Mbappe's open letter reflects on France's fourth-place finish at the 2026 World Cup, acknowledging his Golden Boot win amid team disappointment.

FIFA sends message to Kylian Mbappe after becoming World Cup all-time top scorer

Football

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FIFA applauds Kylian Mbappe after winning the Golden Boot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, becoming the all-time top scorer with 22 goals surpassing Lionel Messi.

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