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 reacts after scoring his first Champions League goal this season vs Lille

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Bayern Munich vs Arsenal: Mysterious cat predicts Champions League match

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Ademola Lookman reacts after assisting Alvarez to win a point for Atletico in UCL

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Diego Simeone explains Lookman's role in helping Atletico secure draw vs Stuttgart

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Bayern Munich tease Harry Kane's Ballon d'Or win with cryptic post

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Updated Ballon d'Or rankings after Paris Saint-Germain beat Barcelona 4-2 in UCL clash

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UCL: Davide Ancelotti shares plan to stop Osimhen during Lille vs Galatasaray

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Lille coach Davide Ancelotti says containing Victor Osimhen will take a team effort as Galatasaray seek their first Champions League win against his former club.

Galatasaray coach sends message to Osimhen and his teammates ahead of Lille clash

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Okan Buruk warns Victor Osimhen and Galatasaray that their Champions League clash with Lille begins a decisive five-match run after two defeats in the group.

2026 Ballon d'Or: Former Arsenal star snubs Yamal, Mbappe, names deserved winner

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Former Arsenal forward Serge Gnabry has thrown his weight behind Bayern Munich teammate Harry Kane to deservedly win the 2026 Ballon d'Or days before the award.

Galatasaray’s record against French teams ahead of Osimhen’s reunion with ex-club Lille

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Victor Osimhen faces former club Lille as Galatasaray seek a Champions League lifeline after two defeats, with history against French sides stacked against them.

Erik ten Hag explains what led to fallout with Cristiano Ronaldo at Manchester United

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Erik ten Hag discloses how Cristiano Ronaldo’s training advice to young Manchester United players fuelled their rift, despite his efforts to build a relationship.

Diego Simeone explains Lookman’s repeated half-time substitutions

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Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone addressed rotation as concerns grow over Ademola Lookman’s limited minutes and two half-time substitutions this season.

Barcelona president doubles down on Kylian Mbappe’s problem at Real Madrid

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Barcelona president Joan Laporta repeats his warning that Mbappe and Vinicius Jr could unsettle Real Madrid, with wage tensions putting team spirit at risk.

What 30-day Portugal suspension mean for Cristiano Ronaldo ahead of November break

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Cristiano Ronaldo receives a 30-day suspension and €255 fine after leaving Portugal’s squad, with the federation citing remorse in his public statement on exit.

France Football, UEFA confirm Thierry Henry and Kate Scott as 2026 Ballon d'Or hosts

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Football legend Thierry Henry and ace broadcaster Kate Scott host the 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony in London, marking the award’s first move outside Paris.

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