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.

3207 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Eric Chelle explains why he made seven half-time changes during Nigeria’s 2-2 draw vs Poland

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Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has opened up on why he made seven half-time substitutions during the 2-2 draw Poland in a friendly match in Warsaw.

Victor Osimhen: True cost of signing Super Eagles star as multiple club show interest

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Victor Osimhen could leave Galatasaray this summer, despite the club's unwillingness to sell him, but it would take a massive financial package for all parties.

Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo: Supercomputer predicts who is likely to win 2026 World Cup

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Opta's supercomputer has predicted who is more likely to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo in possibly their last outing.

Poland coach reacts after his team's 2-2 draw against Super Eagles in Warsaw

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Poland national team jead coach Jan Urban has shared his thoughts after his side's 2-2 draw with the Super Eagles of Nigeria at the National Stadium in Warsaw.

Ballon d'Or: Ex-England striker explains why Declan Rice cannot win prestigious award

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Former England striker Robbie Fowler has explained why Declan Rice cannot be compared to Steven Gerrard and is not yet ready to win the Ballon d'Or.

Eric Chelle announces Super Eagles' starting lineup to face Poland in friendly match

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Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has confirmed his starting lineup to face Poland in an international friendly match at the PGE Stadium in Warsaw.

Akor Adams speaks ahead of leading Super Eagles attack in Victor Osimhen’s absence

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Akor Adams has confirmed his readiness to lead the Super Eagles' attack during the friendly match against Poland in the absence of Victor Osimhen.

World Cup top scorers as Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe eye history in 2026

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Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe are poised to challenge Miroslav Klose's World Cup scoring record in 2026, highlighting their remarkable football legacies.

2026 FIFA World Cup: Carlo Ancelotti, Thomas Tuchel, other highest-paid managers

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off in eight days, featuring 48 nations and top coaches like Ancelotti and Tuchel. Discover the highest-paid managers here.

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