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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Supercomputer predicts 2026 FIFA World Cup match between Portugal and DR Congo

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Lionel Messi: Why Argentina captain was not red carded for rash tackle on Aissa Mandi

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Lionel Messi speaks after historic World Cup hat-trick vs Algeria: “God gave me too much”

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Ghana coach provides update on Thomas Partey after he was denied entry into Canada

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CAF releases statement on Senegal ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup opener vs France

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CAF has issued a statement on Senegal as they prepare to face France in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking a historic rematch 24 years after their 2002 victory.

Supercomputer predicts 2026 FIFA World Cup Group I match between France and Senegal

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Opta's supercomputer predicts the 2026 FIFA World Cup match between France and Senegal, highlighting their rivalry since the historic 2002 encounter.

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

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Nimbus Pronos predicts the outcome of the 2026 FIFA World Cup match between France and Senegal, rekindling memories of their 2002 World Cup clash.

Super Eagles star considers international retirement after World Cup miss and call-up snub

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Super Eagles striker Sadiq Umar is contemplating retirement from international football to focus on his club career, as he considers his future ambitions.

CAF sends message to Cape Verde after historic draw vs Spain in World Cup debut

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The Confederation of African Football (CAF) have sent a message to the Blue Sharks of Cape Verde after their historic draw against Spain in their World Cup debut.

Supercomputer predicts 2026 FIFA World Cup winner after Spain’s draw vs Cape Verde

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Opta's supercomputer has updated its prediction for the 2026 FIFA World Cup winner after debutants Cape Verde held top favourites Spain to a draw.

Belgium vs Egypt: Mysterious cat predicts 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage match

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Nimbus Pronos, the cat famous for predicting matches, forecasts a win for Belgium over Egypt in their World Cup opener. Egypt seeks their first-ever win.

2026 FIFA World Cup: Japanese explains why players and fans clean stadium after match

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Japanese fans and players uphold their cultural tradition of cleanliness, tidying up the stadium seats and dressing room at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

FIFA, CAF send message to Amad Diallo after Ivory Coast secured Africa's 1st win at 2026 World Cup

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Amad Diallo's winning goal helps Côte d'Ivoire secure a 1-0 victory over Ecuador, marking the first win for an African team in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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