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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Chelsea release strong statement after ex-boss Enzo Maresca joined Manchester City

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Eric Chelle highlights exact moment that cost Super Eagles 2026 World Cup ticket

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William Troost-Ekong and Hugo Broos agree on what led to South Africa’s World Cup elimination

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CAF sends message to South Africa after 2026 FIFA World Cup elimination by Canada

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Updated 2026 Ballon d'Or rankings after Ousmane Dembele’s World Cup hat-trick vs Norway

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Didier Drogba reacts after Ivory Coast reach first World Cup knockout stage

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4 months ago

CAF sends message to Morocco and South Africa after reaching 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32

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4 months ago

CAF celebrates Morocco and South Africa as the first African nations to reach the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with wins in their final group games.

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Ronwen Williams aims sly dig at “doubters” as South Africa reach World Cup Round of 32

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South Africa’s captain Ronwen Williams reacts to critics as Bafana Bafana secures a historic World Cup knockout stage spot after defeating South Korea 1-0.

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William Troost-Ekong sends message to Stanley Nwabali as he remains without a club

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William Troost-Ekong discusses the mistake that left Stanley Nwabali without a club after leaving Chippa United, impacting his spot in the Super Eagles team.

Supercomputer predicts Morocco vs Haiti as Atlas Lions fight Group C supremacy

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4 months ago

Opta’s supercomputer predicts Morocco will dominate Haiti in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Group C clash, aiming for first place after recent strong performances.

Supercomputer predicts South Africa vs South Korea as Bafana Bafana battle for knockout spot

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4 months ago

South Africa aims for their first World Cup knockout stage against South Korea, needing a win, as Opta's supercomputer suggests challenging odds in the game.

FIFA President sends message to Cristiano Ronaldo after Portugal star set new World Cup record

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4 months ago

FIFA President Gianni Infantino congratulates Cristiano Ronaldo for becoming the first player to score in six World Cups and the top Portuguese scorer in history.

Cristiano Ronaldo reacts after setting new World Cup record with brace vs Uzbekistan

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4 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo reacts after becoming the first player to score at six FIFA World Cups, netting twice in Portugal's 5-0 victory over Uzbekistan.

Eric Chelle: Super Eagles head coach salary emerges after NSC confirms new contract

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4 months ago

The National Sports Commission confirms Eric Chelle’s contract extension as Super Eagles head coach, with improved salary and U23 management responsibilities.

Victor Osimhen drops hint about his Galatasaray future amid interest from Europe

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4 months ago

Victor Osimhen hints at staying with Galatasaray next season amid interest from top European clubs. He aims to elevate Turkish football and defend their title.

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