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: Why Galatasaray star passed on captain armband during draw vs Rennes

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WAFCON 2026: What Super Falcons need to reach knockout stage ahead of Egypt clash

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3 months ago

Vinicius Jr to Arsenal and other transfers that could still happen this summer

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3 months ago

Galatasaray coach reacts as Victor Osimhen scores in pre-season draw vs Rennes

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WAFCON 2026: Blow for Super Falcons as Echegini and Demehin are set to miss Egypt clash

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Galatasaray blocks Victor Osimhen’s potential exit path by rejecting Arsenal striker

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3 months ago

Asisat Oshoala scores to help Super Falcons beat Zambia, keeps WAFCON 2026 hopes alive

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3 months ago

Asisat Oshoala is the hero for the Super Falcons of Nigeria as her lone goal helped beat the Copper Queens of Zambia and keep WAFCON 2026 hopes alive.

Super Falcons star sends message to Zambia ahead of crucial WAFCON 2026 test

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3 months ago

Super Falcons forward Uchenna Kanu underscores the focus on a must-win match against Zambia after a shocking 3-2 defeat to Malawi in WAFCON 2026.

Chelsea star Mykhailo Mudryk breaks silence after FA clears him of doping charges

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3 months ago

Mykhailo Mudryk speaks out after the Court of Arbitration for Sport overturned his doping ban, enabling his return to Chelsea following an 18-month absence.

Chelsea releases statement after FA clears Mudryk of doping, to rejoin squad in Hong Kong

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3 months ago

Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk cleared of doping offences after 18-month investigation and will join Xabi Alonso's squad for pre-season training in Hong Kong.

Carlo Ancelotti blames hydration break for Brazil’s 2026 FIFA World Cup early exit

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3 months ago

Carlo Ancelotti reflects on Brazil's 2-1 Round of 16 defeat to Norway at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, admitting a tactical error cost them control of the match.

WAFCON 2026: List of TV stations and streaming platforms to watch Nigeria vs Zambia

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3 months ago

Nigeria's Super Falcons face Zambia in a must-win WAFCON 2026 group stagematch after a shocking defeat to Malawi, aiming for redemption in the tournament.

Tragedy strikes as former AC Milan and Italy star passes, cause of death emerges

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3 months ago

AC Milan mourns the death of club legend Franco Baresi, a FIFA World Cup winner and iconic defender, who sadly passed away after a prolonged illness.

Ballon d'Or discloses how much time Lionel Messi spent walking at 2026 World Cup

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3 months ago

Lionel Messi walked over 62% during the 2026 FIFA World Cup but excelled at 39, scoring eight goals. Discover his tactical insights and record achievements.

Chiamaka Nnadozie finally breaks silence after Super Falcons’ WAFCON 2026 loss to Malawi

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3 months ago

Chiamaka Nnadozie addresses criticism after Nigeria's 3-2 defeat to Malawi in WAFCON 2026, as they prepare to face formidable Zambia in their next match.

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