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.

3205 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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CAF president Patrice Motsepe sends message to Morocco after historic World Cup run

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FIFA sends message to Morocco after World Cup history despite quarter-final elimination

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Kylian Mbappe provides update on his injury after ankle knock against Morocco

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Spain vs Belgium: Mysterious cat predicts 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-final

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Mohamed Salah makes bold promise to Egyptians after painful World Cup elimination by Argentina

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Mohamed Salah addresses Egypt's dramatic World Cup exit, promising fans that this journey is just the beginning despite the heart-wrenching defeat to Argentina.

2026 FIFA World Cup: Supercomputer predicts Spain vs Belgium quarter-final clash

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Spain and Belgium clash in the 2026 World Cup quarter-finals, with Spain holding a massive chance of victory based on Opta's supercomputer predictions.

2026 FIFA World Cup: How much Morocco earned after quarter-final elimination by France

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Morocco earned huge prize money from the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite a quarter-final exit, following a 2-0 defeat by France, from participation and advancement fees.

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CAF sends message to Morocco after 2026 FIFA World Cup elimination by France

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CAF has sent a message to Morocco after the Atlas Lions, the mast African nation in the tournament were eliminated from the 2026 FIFA World Cup by France.

1994 winner calls for Ancelotti’s dismissal after Brazil’s 2026 World Cup Round of 16 exit

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Brazilian football legend Romario has called for the federation to dismiss Carlo Ancelotti after the Selecao's 2026 FIFA World Cup elimination by Norway.

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Leandro Paredes explains why Argentina players lifted Messi after World Cup win over Egypt

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Argentina's thrilling 3-2 comeback over Egypt, led by Messi's goal and assist, saw players lift him in a heartfelt celebration, displaying devotion to their captain.

Brahim Diaz ready to step up for Morocco vs France in Ismael Saibari’s absence

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Brahim Diaz vows to lead Morocco's attack in the 2026 World Cup quarterfinal against France, filling the void of injured top scorer Ismael Saibari.

CAF sends message to Morocco ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-final vs France

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CAF cheers its only representative left, Morocco as they face France in the 2026 World Cup quarter-finals, with head coach Mohamed Ouahbi aiming for the title.

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Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi pays tribute to Cristiano Ronaldo after World Cup exit

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Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi honoured Cristiano Ronaldo after Portugal's exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup by Spain, acknowledging his remarkable career.

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