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 five 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@sportsbrief.com

1949 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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French coach Herve Renard backs African player to win 2025 Ballon d'Or award

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2025 Ballon d'Or: Dembele reclaims top spot, Palmer drops out of top 3 in latest ranking

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3 months ago

Eric Chelle explains Super Eagles' selection criteria ahead of 2026 World Cup qualifier

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3 months ago

Napoli ultras send strong message to Victor Osimhen ahead of Galatasaray move

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3 months ago

Comparing Cole Palmer and Lamine Yamal’s stats amid ongoing Ballon d'Or debate

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3 months ago

Napoli makes 2 key decisions on Victor Osimhen as Galatasaray move draws closer

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3 months ago

Cole Palmer speaks about winning Ballon d'Or after Chelsea win Club World Cup

Football

3 months ago

Chelsea attacker Cole Palmer has responded to the possibility of winning the Ballon d'Or after helping the Blues win the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.

"Others came in sports cars": Ex-Chelsea star rides bicycle to training, fans praise his humility

Football

3 months ago

Former Chelsea star N'golo Kante arrived at Al-Ittihad's pre-season training on a bicycle, earning praise from fans who applauded his humility despite his riches.

Victor Osimhen: Why Napoli are yet to sanction striker's permanent move to Galatasaray

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3 months ago

Victor Osimhen is still waiting on Galatasaray and Napoli to reach an agreement over his transfer as reason emerges why Napoli are yet to sanction the deal.

Diogo Jota immortalised? Liverpool pay artistic tribute to late player near Anfield

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3 months ago

A mural artist in Liverpool has painted a picture of Diogo Jota on a building few minutes from the club's home stadium, Anfield, to immortalise the late player.

Tragedy as another ex-Super Eagles player and coach dies days after Peter Rufai's demise

Football

3 months ago

Nigerian football has been hit by the death of another iconic figure after former international and interim head coach Monday Sinclair was confirmed dead at 88.

Ballon d'Or: Updated rankings after Ousmane Dembele loses with PSG in Club World Cup final

Football

3 months ago

Ousmane Dembele missed out on the chance to cement his status as the undisputed Ballon d'Or favourite after losing the FIFA Club World Cup final.

Matthijs De Ligt separates from wife after one year over ‘deep spiritual lifestyle’

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3 months ago

Manchester United defender Matthijs De Ligt and his Dutch model wife AnneKee De Ligt have separated one year after marrying in a private ceremony.

Atletico Madrid set to hijack deal for Super Eagles star wanted by Barcelona, Napoli

Football

3 months ago

Atletico Madrid have reportedly contacted a Super Eagles attacker other a potential move to the club amid interest from rivals Barcelona and Napoli.

Cristiano Ronaldo Jr names footballer better than his father

Football

3 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo's son Cristiano Jr has named the footballer who is better than his father at this moment, and added that he has yet to win anything.

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