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.

3436 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Victor Osimhen under fire from Galatasaray fans after angry rant at his critics

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Galatasaray board member writes open letter to Victor Osimhen after fiery rant at critics

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Galatasaray's Resit Omer Kukner writes an open letter to Victor Osimhen, praising his talent but criticising his response to his critics after Lille win.

Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi sends message to Crystal Palace ahead of Europa League tie

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Wilfred Ndidi sends message to Crystal Palace star Adam Wharton ahead of Besiktas' Europa League clash, as the Turkish side target a third straight competition win.

Galatasaray coach reacts to Victor Osimhen’s disallowed penalty vs Lille in UCL

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Galatasaray beat Lille 4-2 in the Champions League as Okan Buruk backed VAR’s decision to overturn Victor Osimhen’s first-half penalty after a VAR review.

2026 Ballon d'Or: Thibaut Courtois compares Kylian Mbappe and Lamine Yamal’s chances of winning

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Thibaut Courtois backs Kylian Mbappe for the 2026 Ballon d’Or over Lamine Yamal, but admits a lack of team trophies could weaken the Real Madrid star’s case.

Yamal, Kane or Mbappe? Arsenal star Declan Rice names who should win 2026 Ballon d'Or

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England star Declan Rice has named the 2026 Ballon d’Or winner after Arsenal's 2-2 UEFA Champions League draw against Bayern Munich at the Allianz Arena.

Victor Osimhen: Every word Galatasaray striker said in fiery message to his critics

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Victor Osimhen scored and won man of the match as Galatasaray beat Lille 4-2, then hit back at critics after ending Champions League goal drought post-injury.

“I am one of the best”: Victor Osimhen reminds his critics where he's from after UCL goal

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Victor Osimhen hit back at critics, declaring himself as one of the best strikers in the world after his first Galatasaray Champions League goal this season.

Why Victor Osimhen did not celebrate after scoring 1st UCL goal this season vs Lille

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Victor Osimhen scored his first UEFA Champions League goal this season during Galatasaray's group match against LOSC Lille, but refused to celebrate.

Galatasaray coach reacts after Osimhen scored his first Champions League goal this season

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Galatasaray beat Lille 4-1 away in the Champions League as Victor Osimhen scored against his former club, while Okan Buruk turned focus to the Fenerbahce derby.

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