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 five 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@sportsbrief.com

2086 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Gasperini reflects on another Atalanta's winless game without Ademola Lookman

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Victor Osimhen makes bold promise to Galatasaray fans after loss to AZ Alkmaar

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9 months ago

AFCON winning coach names JJ Okocha among top 3 greatest African players

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9 months ago

Sevilla coach backs Chidera Ejuke to bounce back after lengthy injury layoff

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9 months ago

Victor Osimhen’s absence blamed for Galatasaray’s UEFA Europa League defeat

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10 months ago

Angel Di Maria, Edinson Cavani and other active footballers born on February 14

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10 months ago

Date and venue confirmed for historic Super Eagles match vs FIFA banned Russia

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10 months ago

The Russian Football Union have confirmed the date when its national team will play an international friendly game against the Super Eagles of Nigeria.

Ademola Lookman: 5 clubs interested in CAF POTY ahead of summer transfer window

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10 months ago

Ademola Lookman is attracting transfer interests from multiple European clubs. La Liga side Atletico Madrid have joined the race for the CAF POTY.

Super Eagles star speaks amid transfer links to Man City and other European clubs

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10 months ago

A Super Eagles midfielder has spoken out about his future after he was linked to Manchester City, Paris Saint-Germain and other top European clubs.

Manchester United plot new strategy to sign Victor Osimhen in the summer

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10 months ago

Manchester United were interested in Victor Osimhen in January but the striker turned them down. United have a new strategy to sign the striker in the summer.

Galatasaray star praises 3 teammates as Buruk considers options for suspended Osimhen

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10 months ago

Victor Osimhen has earned the praise of his teammate Baris Alper Yilmaz while head coach Okan Buruk is weighing his options to replace the striker.

Leicester City defender choose Nigeria over England, set to play for Flying Eagles

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10 months ago

Leicester City youngster Olabade Aluko has reportedly decided to represent Nigeria over the country of his birth England and awaits callup to the Flying Eagles.

Kelechi Iheanacho explains his decision to join Middlesbrough on loan

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10 months ago

Kelechi Iheanacho has opened up on his decision to join EFL Championship side Middlesbrough on loan after leaving Sevilla despite options from other clubs.

Nottingham Forest boss explains why he benched Ola Aina, others for FA Cup clash

Football

10 months ago

Nottingham Forest boss Nuno Espirito Santo has opened up on his decision to bench Ola Aina and other first team stars for the FA Cup clash against Exeter City.

Super Eagles star Calvin Bassey outclasses Premier League defenders in key stats

Football

10 months ago

Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey is one of the best defenders in the Premier League this season according to a key stat, which typically favours midfielders.

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