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.

3212 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

Author's articles

Diego Simeone discloses his message to Lookman, Atletico Madrid stars during loss to Barcelona

Football

6 months ago

2026 World Cup: FIFA countdown 100 days, silent on Nigeria's case against DR Congo

Football

6 months ago

Galatasaray President reacts amid claims Victor Osimhen is owed salaries

Football

6 months ago

Nigeria vs Iran and Jordan friendly matches in doubt amid US-Israeli airstrikes

Football

6 months ago

Galatasaray explains why Victor Osimhen will miss Turkish Cup clash vs Alanyaspor

Football

6 months ago

Iran's World Cup participation in doubt: Could FIFA name Nigeria as replacement if they quit?

Football

6 months ago

Stanley Nwabali: Super Eagles linked to PSL giant Kaizer Chiefs after leaving Chippa United

Football

6 months ago

Premier Soccer League giants Kaizer Chiefs are reportedly interested in Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali less than a month after leaving Chippa United.

9 countries that boycotted World Cup as Iran threatens to withdraw from 2026 edition

Football

6 months ago

Iran is reportedly threatening to boycott the 2026 FIFA World Cup after the US-Israeli airstrikes on its territory which began on February 28, 2026.

Fresh twist in 2026 World Cup race: DR Congo hit by visa snag as Nigeria await FIFA verdict

Football

6 months ago

The Democratic Republic of Congo is facing a setback ahead of the 2026 World Cup playoff in Mexico even before FIFA verdict on Nigeria's petition.

UCL: Comparing Victor Osimhen’s stats to Liverpool strikers’ this season

Football

6 months ago

Victor Osimhen's stats this season compared to Liverpool strikers Alexander Isak and Hugo Ekitike's stats ahead of UEFA Champions League Round of 16.

Victor Osimhen: Turkish pundit warns Liverpool ahead of Champions League clash

Football

6 months ago

Turkish pundit warns Liverpool of Victor Osimhen's threat ahead of their UEFA Champions League clash with Galatasaray, citing past performances and current form.

Supercomputer predicts Premier League winner after Arsenal beat Chelsea

Football

6 months ago

Opta's supercomputer predicts Arsenal to win the Premier League title after defeating Chelsea 2-1. Manchester City remains in pursuit, increasing the pressure.

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

Football

6 months ago

Galatasaray's Okan Buruk warns players ahead of Liverpool clash in the Champions League. The team aims to advance beyond the knockout stage after recent successes.