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.

3206 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Carlos Queiroz’s salary per game as Ghana coach emerges as he quits role after World Cup

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2026 FIFA World Cup: Morocco’s quarter-final opponent confirmed after beating Canada

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CAF sends message to Morocco after reaching back-to-back World Cup quarter-finals

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CAF sends World Cup message to Morocco ahead of Round of 16 clash vs Canada

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Ballon d'Or releases statement on 2026 award as Messi gains popularity at World Cup

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Supercomputer predicts 2026 FIFA World Cup winner ahead of Round of 16 fixtures

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CAF sends message to Cape Verde after World Cup elimination despite spirited display vs Argentina

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2 months ago

CAF sent a message to the Blue Sharks of Cape Verde after their 2026 FIFA World Cup elimination following their 3-2 loss to defending champions Argentina.

Algeria contact Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle after 2026 FIFA World Cup elimination

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2 months ago

The Algerian Football Federation has reportedly contacted Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle as potential manager after their 2026 FIFA World Cup elimination.

CAF sends message to Riyad Mahrez after announcing his retirement from international football

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2 months ago

Riyad Mahrez retires from international football following Algeria's 2-0 defeat to Switzerland, ending a remarkable career with 120 caps and 40 goals for his nation.

Colombia vs Ghana: Mysterious cat predicts 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 match

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2 months ago

Nimbus Pronos predicts a tough Round of 32 clash as Colombia faces Ghana at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with the South Americans favoured to progress.

FIFA releases statement on why VAR disallowed Croatia’s late goal vs Portugal

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2 months ago

FIFA explains why VAR disallowed Croatia's late goal against Portugal, as Josko Gvardiol's strike was ruled offside, sparking intense controversy and debate.

Cristiano Ronaldo set to retire from international football after 2026 FIFA World Cup

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2 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo's sister Katia has announced that the Portuguese international will retire from international football after the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

2026 World Cup: Why Senegal could not stage AFCON-style walkout after Belgium’s penalty

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2 months ago

Senegal's heartbreaking exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup came after a controversial penalty by Youri Tielemans, echoing their AFCON 2025 final turmoil.

CAF releases statement on ‘AFCON champions’ Senegal after embarrassing World Cup exit

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2 months ago

CAF has addressed Senegal's 2026 FIFA World Cup elimination after a 3-2 loss to Belgium, highlighting missed opportunities and the team's disappointing journey.

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AFCON 2025 final goalscorer quits after Senegal’s World Cup exit, gives condition to return

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2 months ago

Pape Gueye announces his departure from Senegal's national team after their shocking World Cup exit, following a dramatic defeat against Belgium in extra time.

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