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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FIFA assesses the 10 African nations' performance at the 2026 World Cup, highlighting Tunisia's struggles and Cape Verde's notable surprise outing.

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Lautaro Martinez has broken his silence on social media after Lionel Scaloni failed to give him any minutes during Argentina's World Cup final loss.

Antonela sends emotional message to Messi after Argentina’s 2026 FIFA World Cup loss

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Antonela Roccuzzo shared a heartfelt Instagram tribute to her husband Lionel Messi after Argentina's defeat to Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final.

Lionel Messi releases emotional statement after Argentina’s 2026 FIFA World Cup loss

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Lionel Messi shares an emotional post on Instagram following Argentina's loss to Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, honouring his teammates and the fans.

Super Eagles drop places in latest FIFA rankings after missing 2026 World Cup

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Nigeria's Super Eagles drop places in the latest FIFA rankings after missing the 2026 World Cup, while Egypt and Morocco climb following strong performances.

AFA President Chiqui Tapia sends emotional message to Lionel Messi after 2026 World Cup loss

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AFA President Chiqui Tapia pays tribute to Lionel Messi after Argentina's World Cup final loss to Spain, sparking speculation on his international future.

CAF President Patrice Motsepe sends message to African countries after 2026 FIFA World Cup

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CAF President Dr Patrice Motsepe reflects on Africa's historic run at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, celebrating ten teams and Morocco's back-to-back quarter-final run.

Lionel Scaloni issues update on Messi’s future after Argentina’s 2026 FIFA World Cup final defeat

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Lionel Scaloni comments on Messi's international future after Argentina's 1-0 loss to Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, marking a potential end to his career.

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