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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Supercomputer predicts France vs England 2026 FIFA World Cup third-place match

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France vs England: Mysterious cat predicts 2026 FIFA World Cup third-place match

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UNICEF releases statement on viral photo of Messi and Yamal ahead of World Cup final

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Lamine Yamal’s father explains why he's not in USA to support Spain at World Cup

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Supercomputer predicts 2026 FIFA World Cup winner after Argentina beat England

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3 months ago

Lionel Messi spotted using same IG caption when Argentina reached 2022 & 2026 World Cup finals

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Lionel Messi sends message to Spain ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup final

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3 months ago

Lionel Messi inspired Argentina to a 2-1 comeback against England, setting up a World Cup final against Spain, where he anticipates a closely matched contest.

Tuchel defends tactical substitutions after Argentina knocked England out of 2026 World Cup

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3 months ago

Argentina's 2-1 comeback over England in the semi-finals has put head coach Thomas Tuchel under scrutiny for tactical changes that led to England's exit.

Lionel Messi becomes favourite to win 2026 Ballon d'Or after leading Argentina to World Cup final

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Lionel Messi has become the leading favourite to win the 2026 Ballon d'Or after leading Argentina to the second consecutive FIFA World Cup final.

2026 FIFA World Cup Final Confirmed After Argentina Beat England

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3 months ago

Spain will face Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final after La Albiceleste defeated the Three Lions of England to reach the second consecutive final.

2026 FIFA World Cup: Achraf Hakimi finally breaks silence after Morocco’s elimination

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3 months ago

Achraf Hakimi speaks on Morocco's 2-0 World Cup defeat to France, emphasising resilience and the promise of a brighter future for Moroccan football.

FIFA President sends message to Spain after reaching first World Cup final in 16 years

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3 months ago

FIFA President sent a message to Spain after they beat France in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final, securing their place in the final for the first time since 2010.

Supercomputer predicts World Cup winner after Spain eliminated France in semi-final

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3 months ago

Opta's supercomputer has predicted the winner of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with Spain, England and Argentina left in the tournament after France's exit.

Stanley Nwabali’s agent gives reason Super Eagles goalkeeper left Chippa United before returning again

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3 months ago

Stanley Nwabali's agent Mohammed Lawal has opened up on why Super Eagles goalkeeper left Chippa United in February before returning to the club in July.

Luis de la Fuente provides Lamine Yamal injury update after World Cup win over France

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3 months ago

Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente reassures fans as Lamine Yamal, pivotal in the semi-final win over France, has no known injury ahead of the World Cup final.

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