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.

2750 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Galatasaray approves huge bonus for Osimhen and teammates ahead of Liverpool clash: Reports

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Victor Osimhen discloses what his Galatasaray teammates told him after his goal vs Besiktas

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Victor Osimhen scores brilliant header to help Galatasaray beat Besiktas

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3 months ago

Galatasaray coach reacts after Victor Osimhen's goal against Besiktas

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Victor Osimhen sends message to Liverpool after scoring Galatasaray's winner vs Besiktas

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Ademola Lookman: Why Super Eagles star did not join Bayern Munich

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3 months ago

AFCON 2025 final: Romain Saiss discloses what he said before Brahim Diaz’s Panenka

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3 months ago

Former Moroccan national team captain Romain Saiss has opened up about what he said before Brahim Diaz's Panenka penalty at AFCON 2025 final against Senegal.

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Fikayo Tomori names 2 Super Eagles stars among his toughest opponents

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3 months ago

AC Milan defender Fikayo Tomori has disclosed his toughest opponents during his time in the Italian Serie A so far and it includes two Super Eagles attackers.

Victor Osimhen: Why Super Eagles star will not join Barcelona, Bayern, others

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3 months ago

Barcelona and Bayern Munich are interested in Victor Osimhen as a potential number nine target despite steep Galatasaray asking price and salary demands.

Nwabali, Onyedika, other Super Eagles stars who could join new clubs in summer

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Summer transfer window preparations are underway as Super Eagles stars, including Stanley Nwabali eye new club opportunities after missed chances in January.

Lookman dribbles Lamine Yamal with filthy skills during Barcelona vs Atletico Copa del Rey clash

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3 months ago

Attackers Ademola Lookman and Lamine Yamal went at it during the Copa del Rey semi-final clash between FC Barcelona and Atletico Madrid at Camp Nou.

NFF reacts to rumours that FIFA passed verdict on World Cup case vs DR Congo

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3 months ago

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has reacted to the ongoing rumours that FIFA had delivered its verdict on Nigeria's 2026 World Cup case against DR Congo.

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CAF postpones Super Falcons' WAFCON 2026 defense in Morocco, announces new date

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3 months ago

The Confederation of African Football has announced the postponement of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations scheduled to be played in Morocco by four months.

Mikel Arteta reacts to Fabian Hurzeler's comments after Arsenal's win over Brighton

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3 months ago

Mikel Arteta responds to Brighton's Fabian Hurzeler after Arsenal's 1-0 victory. Saka's goal secures a vital win in the Premier League title race.

Supercomputer predicts Premier League winner after Man City drop points in title race

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3 months ago

Opta’s supercomputer predicts Arsenal as favourites for the Premier League title after a 1-0 win over Brighton, while Manchester City’s chances dwindle after a draw.

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