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.

3436 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Jose Mourinho honours Lionel Messi following his international retirement after the 2026 World Cup, emphasising the Argentine's unprecedented impact on football.

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Lionel Messi retires from international football post-2026 World Cup loss. His future remains uncertain after his father's death and Luis Suarez's comments.

Lionel Messi: Why Argentina can't retire number 10 after his international retirement

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Lionel Messi has retired from international football, leaving behind the iconic number 10 shirt amid FIFA regulations that prevent its permanent retirement.

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Lamine Yamal shares a photo with Lionel Messi after the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, marking the end of Messi's international career post-Argentina's loss to Spain.

2026 Ballon d'Or: La Liga President names Barcelona star as deserved winner

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La Liga President Javier Tebas backs Rodri for the 2026 Ballon d'Or, highlighting Spain’s World Cup success as a pivotal factor in his claim for a second title.

Enzo Fernandez explains why he chose Kevin de Bruyne’s number at Manchester City

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Enzo Fernandez completes a British transfer record £125 million move to Manchester City. He will wear the number 17 shirt, previously held by Kevin de Bruyne.

Monaco sporting director explains why Lamine Camara to Chelsea collapsed on deadline day

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Monaco's Thiago Scuro details the failed transfer of Lamine Camara to Chelsea, linked to Folarin Balogun's Everton deal collapse and Chelsea's frustrations.

Supercomputer predicts 2026/27 Premier League winner after close of transfer window

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Opta's supercomputer updates Premier League title predictions post-summer transfer window. Arsenal leads, while Chelsea's odds decline after Monaco's withdrawal.

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