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 four 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. Email: elijah.odetokun@sportsbrief.com

1385 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Wilfred Ndidi: Super Eagles midfielder gifts ex-coach Nduka Ugbade car

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William Troost-Ekong pays tribute to late Stephen Keshi 10 years after his Super...

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Eric Chelle names Super Eagles’ best players during 1-1 draw against Russia

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Tolu Arokodare scores first Super Eagles goal to force draw against Russia

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“We have clear expectations”: Man Utd CEO fires warning to Ruben Amorim ahead of...

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Eric Chelle releases Super Eagles XI for friendly match against Russia

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Eric Chelle: Super Eagles boss analyses Russia ahead of friendly in Luzhniki

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9 days ago

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has analysed the Russian national team ahead of a friendly match against Nigeria later today in Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow.

Boost for Galatasaray as Al-Hilal's deal for Victor Osimhen on verge of collapsing

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9 days ago

Galatasaray have received a massive boost in the pursuit of Victor Osimhen as Al-Hilal's deal for the Super Eagles forward is on the verge of collapsing.

Victor Osimhen: Ex-manager explains how Fenerbahce missed out on striker last summer

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Former Fenerbahce general manager Metin Sen has opened up on how the club missed out on Victor Osimhen when the striker wanted to leave Napoli last summer.

Al-Hilal give Osimhen deadline to accept deal as Real Madrid join race for striker

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10 days ago

Saudi Pro League giants Al-Hilal have submitted an official bid to Napoli for Victor Osimhen and have reportedly given the striker a deadline to accept the deal.

Mourinho's Fenerbahce targets record bid for Super Eagles star after missing out on Osimhen

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10 days ago

Jose Mourinho's Fenerbahce are reportedly ready to launch a Turkish Super League record bid for another Super Eagles star after missing out on Victor Osimhen.

Ex-Arsenal goalkeeper explains why he chose Nigeria over England and Uganda

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10 days ago

Former Arsenal goalkeeper Ovie Ejeheri has chosen to play for the Super Eagles of Nigeria over England and Uganda, and has explained the reason for his decision.

Eric Chelle highlights key weakness in Super Eagles after winning 2025 Unity Cup

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10 days ago

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has identified a major weakness in the Nigerian national team after two matches in the 2025 Unity Cup in London.

Victor Osimhen: Turkish pundit estimates how much transfer will cost Galatasaray

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10 days ago

Turkish football commentator Tayfun Bayındır has warned Galatasaray against going ahead with the illogical cost it requires to sign Victor Osimhen.

5 players who rejected Al-Hilal before Bruno Fernandes including Messi and Mbappe

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10 days ago

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes rejected a lucrative offer from Al-Hilal to remain at the club. He is not the first player to turn down the Saudi giants.

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