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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William Troost-Ekong sends message to Stanley Nwabali as he remains without a club

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Supercomputer predicts South Africa vs South Korea as Bafana Bafana battle for knockout spot

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FIFA President sends message to Cristiano Ronaldo after Portugal star set new World Cup record

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FIFA President Gianni Infantino congratulates Cristiano Ronaldo for becoming the first player to score in six World Cups and the top Portuguese scorer in history.

Cristiano Ronaldo reacts after setting new World Cup record with brace vs Uzbekistan

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Cristiano Ronaldo reacts after becoming the first player to score at six FIFA World Cups, netting twice in Portugal's 5-0 victory over Uzbekistan.

Eric Chelle: Super Eagles head coach salary emerges after NSC confirms new contract

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The National Sports Commission confirms Eric Chelle’s contract extension as Super Eagles head coach, with improved salary and U23 management responsibilities.

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Victor Osimhen hints at staying with Galatasaray next season amid interest from top European clubs. He aims to elevate Turkish football and defend their title.

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Kalidou Koulibaly makes honest admission after Senegal’s World Cup loss to Norway

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Kalidou Koulibaly takes responsibility for Senegal's 3-2 loss to Norway, complicating their World Cup hopes as they now need a strong win against Iraq to advance.

Mane, Ayew, other top African stars who should retire from international football after World Cup

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup sees African teams facing challenges, with some players, including Sadio Mane, poised to retire after the tournament's mixed results.

Thomas Partey breaks silence after Canadian visa drama ahead of England clash

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Thomas Partey addresses Canadian visa denial amid sexual assault charges, ready to face England in Ghana's crucial Group L clash on June 23 after missing Panama tie.

Lionel Messi reacts after breaking World Cup all-time top scorer record

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Lionel Messi reflects on becoming the World Cup all-time top scorer with 18 goals after a match against Austria, celebrating team success and future prospects.

Norway vs Senegal: Mysterious cat predicts 2026 FIFA World Cup match

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Nimbus Pronos, the cat famed for match prediction shared the result for Senegal against Norway in their crucial World Cup clash on June 23 at MetLife Stadium.

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