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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Ivory Coast faces Norway in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32. CAF President Motsepe shows support for the Cote d'Ivoire as both teams aim for knockout success.

Ivory Coast vs Norway: Supercomputer predicts 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 tie

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Opta's supercomputer predicts the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 match between Ivory Coast and Norway, highlighting their unique knockout stage journeys.

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CAF acknowledges Morocco's intense penalty victory over the Netherlands, securing their place in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16, the second time in a row.

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Enzo Maresca has apologised to Chelsea following his departure from the club in January 2025, which disrupted Chelsea's season in a disastrous manner.

Chelsea release strong statement after ex-boss Enzo Maresca joined Manchester City

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Chelsea issue a statement on Enzo Maresca’s resignation, as he becomes Manchester City’s new manager after winning two trophies during his tenure in London.

Eric Chelle highlights exact moment that cost Super Eagles 2026 World Cup ticket

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Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle identifies critical moments in Nigeria's failed 2026 World Cup qualifiers, culminating in their playoff loss to DR Congo.

William Troost-Ekong and Hugo Broos agree on what led to South Africa’s World Cup elimination

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William Troost-Ekong explains the reasons behind South Africa's 2026 World Cup exit, as Hugo Broos supports his analysis following a heartbreaking defeat to Canada.

CAF sends message to South Africa after 2026 FIFA World Cup elimination by Canada

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CAF acknowledges South Africa's historic World Cup journey after their elimination by Canada. Despite a late loss, Bafana Bafana made their mark in the tournament.

Updated 2026 Ballon d'Or rankings after Ousmane Dembele’s World Cup hat-trick vs Norway

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Ousmane Dembele has moved into pole position to win the 2026 Ballon d'Or after scoring a first-half hat-trick against Norway in the FIFA World Cup.

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