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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Lautaro Martinez breaks silence after being an unused substitute in World Cup final

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Antonela sends emotional message to Messi after Argentina’s 2026 FIFA World Cup loss

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Lionel Messi releases emotional statement after Argentina’s 2026 FIFA World Cup loss

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Super Eagles drop places in latest FIFA rankings after missing 2026 World Cup

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AFA President Chiqui Tapia sends emotional message to Lionel Messi after 2026 World Cup loss

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CAF President Patrice Motsepe sends message to African countries after 2026 FIFA World Cup

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Lionel Scaloni issues update on Messi’s future after Argentina’s 2026 FIFA World Cup final defeat

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Lionel Scaloni comments on Messi's international future after Argentina's 1-0 loss to Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, marking a potential end to his career.

Jayden Adams: South Africa sports minister reacts after cause of footballer's death emerges

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South Africa's Sports Minister criticises media reports on Bafana Bafana star Jayden Adams' death, raising concerns over the impact on his family amid tragedy.

Updated Ballon d'Or rankings after Spain beat Argentina to win 2026 FIFA World Cup

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3 months ago

The 2026 Ballon d'Or rankings has taken a major shift after Spain defeated Argentina to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States of America.

Lionel Messi writes open letter to Argentina ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup final vs Spain

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Lionel Messi has penned an emotional letter to his teammates and Argentina ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, reflecting on their shared journey and gratitude.

2026 FIFA World Cup final: Mysterious cat predicts Spain vs Argentina

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Spain faces Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final on July 19 at New York New Jersey Stadium. Nimbus Pronos predicts a thrilling showdown for the trophy.

Lionel Messi finally speaks about viral photo of him bathing baby Lamine Yamal

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Lionel Messi addresses the viral 2007 photo of him bathing Lamine Yamal, calling their collision at the 2026 World Cup final an incredible twist of fate.

Photographer who took viral photo of Messi bathing baby Yamal speaks ahead of World Cup final

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3 months ago

Joan Monfort reflects on his iconic 2007 photo of Lionel Messi with baby Lamine Yamal ahead of the historic 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina.

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Pablo Zabaleta explains what separates Lionel Messi from other footballers

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Pablo Zabaleta highlights Lionel Messi's extraordinary mentality as the defining quality that sets him apart, as he leads Argentina to a third World Cup final.

Super Falcons star Esther Okoronkwo reacts to losing 2025 CAF Best Award ahead of WAFCON

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3 months ago

Esther Okoronkwo reacts to missing the 2025 CAF Best Women's Player Award, emphasising team success over personal accolades following Nigeria's WAFCON triumph.

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