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.

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Galatasaray coach reacts after Victor Osimhen's goal against Besiktas

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Victor Osimhen sends message to Liverpool after scoring Galatasaray's winner vs Besiktas

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Ademola Lookman: Why Super Eagles star did not join Bayern Munich

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AFCON 2025 final: Romain Saiss discloses what he said before Brahim Diaz’s Panenka

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Fikayo Tomori names 2 Super Eagles stars among his toughest opponents

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Victor Osimhen: Why Super Eagles star will not join Barcelona, Bayern, others

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Nwabali, Onyedika, other Super Eagles stars who could join new clubs in summer

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6 months ago

Summer transfer window preparations are underway as Super Eagles stars, including Stanley Nwabali eye new club opportunities after missed chances in January.

Lookman dribbles Lamine Yamal with filthy skills during Barcelona vs Atletico Copa del Rey clash

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Attackers Ademola Lookman and Lamine Yamal went at it during the Copa del Rey semi-final clash between FC Barcelona and Atletico Madrid at Camp Nou.

NFF reacts to rumours that FIFA passed verdict on World Cup case vs DR Congo

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6 months ago

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has reacted to the ongoing rumours that FIFA had delivered its verdict on Nigeria's 2026 World Cup case against DR Congo.

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CAF postpones Super Falcons' WAFCON 2026 defense in Morocco, announces new date

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The Confederation of African Football has announced the postponement of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations scheduled to be played in Morocco by four months.

Mikel Arteta reacts to Fabian Hurzeler's comments after Arsenal's win over Brighton

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6 months ago

Mikel Arteta responds to Brighton's Fabian Hurzeler after Arsenal's 1-0 victory. Saka's goal secures a vital win in the Premier League title race.

Supercomputer predicts Premier League winner after Man City drop points in title race

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6 months ago

Opta’s supercomputer predicts Arsenal as favourites for the Premier League title after a 1-0 win over Brighton, while Manchester City’s chances dwindle after a draw.

Galatasaray president names Victor Osimhen second most-exciting striker in club's history

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6 months ago

Galatasaray President Dursun Ozbek has named Victor Osimhen as the second most-exciting striker in the club's history after the legendary Oktay Metin.

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Eric Chelle names 4 staff members he pays from his salary amid demands for $130k

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6 months ago

Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle confirms staff paid from his salary amid controversy over his $130,000 contract demands and contract renewal proposals.

Super Eagles legend advises Victor Osimhen what clubs to join if he leaves Galatasaray

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6 months ago

Ogenyi Onazi advises Victor Osimhen on potential moves amid transfer rumours, suggesting England over a return to Italy following his success at Galatasaray.

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