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.

2645 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Diego Simeone offers crucial update on Ademola Lookman’s injury ahead of important La Liga clash

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“Arsenal cannot win the league”: Popular Nigerian Pastor assures in viral video

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Liam Rosenior reacts after Chelsea set unwanted 114-year record with loss to Brighton

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Victor Osimhen sends message to Galatasaray coach ahead of Genclerbirligi clash

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Super Eagles invitee faces possible lengthy ban after fighting an angry fan in viral video

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Brighton vs Chelsea: Mysterious cat predicts result of Premier League match

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Nimbus Pronos has shared its prediction for the Chelsea vs Brighton match, as the struggling Blues seek a vital win in their quest for European football.

Real Madrid legend snubs Arsenal, picks UEFA Champions League winner this season

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Luis Figo names PSG and Bayern Munich as favourites for the UEFA Champions League as Atletico Madrid and Arsenal seeks a first title in the 2025/26 season.

Galatasaray issues major update on Osimhen’s injury ahead of cup clash vs Genclerbirligi

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Galatasaray issues updates on Victor Osimhen’s injury ahead of the cup clash against Genclerbirligi, as he nears a return to full training following his recovery.

Atletico releases statement on Lookman's injury after Copa del Rey final substitution

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Atletico Madrid's statement on Ademola Lookman post-Copa del Rey final reveals injury concerns after his contentious substitution by Diego Simeone amid fan backlash.

Premier League: How title would be decided if Arsenal and Man City win remaining matches

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The Premier League title race heats up as Arsenal and Manchester City vie for the championship. Both teams face decisive matches ahead, with potential ties looming.

Supercomputer predicts Premier League winner after Manchester City beat Arsenal

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Opta's supercomputer predicts Arsenal remains the Premier League favourite at 73.04% despite Manchester City's recent win, narrowing the gap to three points.

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Mikel Arteta reacts as Arsenal lose to Manchester City in Premier League title race

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Mikel Arteta reflects on Arsenal's 2-1 defeat to Manchester City at the Etihad, as the title race intensifies with City's win narrowing the gap to three points.

Man City vs Arsenal: Mysterious cat predicts decisive Premier League match

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Nimbus Pronos predicts the Manchester City vs Arsenal match at the Etihad Stadium, which could be decisive for the title race between the two Premier League giants.

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Simeone explains why he subbed Lookman despite his goal in Atletico's painful Copa del Rey loss

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Diego Simeone explains his decision to substitute Ademola Lookman during the Copa del Rey final, following Atletico Madrid's penalty shootout loss to Real Sociedad.

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