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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Mohamed Salah reacts after leading Egypt to first FIFA World Cup win in 92 years

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CAF President sends message to Morocco after World Cup win over Scotland

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CAF sends World Cup message to Ivory Coast as they target history against Germany

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2026 FIFA World Cup: Why England, Brazil and Portugal won't win based on historical trends

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2026 FIFA World Cup: Gernot Rohr explains major reason Super Eagles failed to qualify

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Former Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr explains the reasons behind Nigeria's failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite Africa's increased representation.

Algeria submits petition to FIFA after Lionel Messi escaped red card during World Cup game

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The Federation of Algerian Football has submitted a petition to FIFA against referee Szymon Marciniak after Lionel Messi escaped a red card during their match.

2026 FIFA World Cup: Top predictions for Scotland vs Morocco Group C clash

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Morocco faces Scotland in a crucial FIFA World Cup clash after a draw with Brazil and a win against Haiti. Predictions favour the Atlas Lions in this match.

Achraf Hakimi breaks silence as he faces sexual assault charge amid World Cup with Morocco

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Achraf Hakimi reacts on social media following confirmation of sexual assault charges linked to a 2023 incident, as he prepares for trial amid personal turmoil.

CAF sends message to Teboho Mokoena after paying tribute to Cristiano Ronaldo with his celebration

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CAF praised Teboho Mokoena for his goal celebration against Czechia, keeping South Africa’s World Cup hopes alive, despite missing the final group game.

2026 FIFA World Cup: How South Africa could reach Round of 32 after draw vs Czechia

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Bafana Bafana of South Africa keep their hopes of qualifying for the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup alive with a crucial draw against Czechia.

Elye Wahi: FIF sends message to Ivorian striker after Canada denied him entry visa

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FIF confirms Elye Wahi's visa denial for Canada clash against Germany. The striker faces scrutiny after spot-fixing allegations but remains vital to Ivory Coast.

Czechia vs South Africa: Supercomputer predicts 2026 FIFA World Cup match

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Opta's supercomputer predicts Czechia vs South Africa with crucial World Cup implications. Both teams seek victory after losing their opening matches in Group A.

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Ronwen Williams sends message to other African countries ahead of Czechia vs South Africa

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South African goalkeeper Ronwen Williams calls for unity among African nations ahead of the crucial World Cup match against Czechia after debunking a fake quote.

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