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.

3202 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Lionel Messi retires from Argentina national team after 2026 FIFA World Cup final loss

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Atletico Madrid sign Jonathan David to end Lookman's striker experiment

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Premier League: Opta's Supercomputer predicts Aston Villa vs Arsenal

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Rafael Leao sends message to Victor Osimhen after joining Galatasaray from AC Milan

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Premier League: Mysterious cat predicts result of Aston Villa vs Arsenal

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Aston Villa face Arsenal at Villa Park on August 31, 2026, as the Gunners aim for victory after a strong start in the Premier League, while Villa seeks redemption.

Supercomputer predicts Premier League winner after Liverpool draw, Man City win

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25 days ago

Opta's supercomputer updates Premier League title predictions after contrasting results for Manchester City and Liverpool in their first games under new managers.

Diego Simeone apologises to Lookman after playing him as striker in second game

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25 days ago

Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone apologises to Ademola Lookman for playing him out of position as a centre-forward during recent matches due to striker injuries.

Enzo Maresca reacts as Rayan Cherki saves Man City against Bournemouth

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25 days ago

Enzo Maresca's first match as Manchester City manager ends in a thrilling comeback against Bournemouth, with Rayan Cherki pivotal in securing victory at the Etihad.

Supercomputer predicts Premier League winner after Man Utd lost to Hull City

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26 days ago

Opta's supercomputer updates Premier League predictions: Arsenal’s title odds rise to 45%, while Manchester United's chances dwindle to 4.6% after early defeat.

David de Gea sends motivational message to Man Utd after losing 2-0 to Hull City

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26 days ago

David de Gea sent a message to Manchester United after Hull City stunned his former club with a 2-0 victory on the 26/27 Premier League's opening day.

Michael Carrick reacts as Super Eagles star helps Hull City beat Manchester United

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26 days ago

Semi Ajayi's goal leads Hull City to a historic 2-0 victory over Manchester United, marking the first opening-day defeat to a newly promoted team in club history.

Premier League: Mysterious cat predicts Hull City vs Manchester United

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26 days ago

Manchester United faces newly promoted Hull City in their 2026/27 Premier League opener, bolstered by key signings and a positive prediction from Nimbus Pronos.

Mikel Arteta issues update on Bruno Guimaraes injury after 3-0 win over Coventry

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27 days ago

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has provided an update on midfielder Bruno Guimaraes injury after the new signing missed the 3-0 win over Coventry City.

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