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.

3219 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Raffaele Palladino reacts after Ademola Lookman scores in consecutive games for Atalanta

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Arne Slot explains why Mohamed Salah was benched against West Ham

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Super Eagles star Frank Onyeka explains the difference between Premier League and Bundesliga

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Calvin Bassey picks the toughest player between Victor Osimhen and Erling Haaland

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Arne Slot: How much it will cost Liverpool to sack embattled coach

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Rice, Caicedo, Cucurella and other players who will decide Chelsea vs Arsenal

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Victor Osimhen returns to training ahead of Galatasaray vs Fenerbahce, video

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9 months ago

Victor Osimhen has returned to full training with Galatasaray ahead of the Fenerbahce derby, as he recovers from a hamstring injury. Watch the video.

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Eric Chelle delays NFF, yet to submit Super Eagles provisional squad for AFCON 2025

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Eric Chelle has yet to submit the Super Eagles’ provisional squad for AFCON 2025 as CAF’s December 11 deadline approaches, raising concerns for Nigeria.

7 players set to miss Chelsea vs Arsenal as Cole Palmer returns for Enzo Maresca’s side

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9 months ago

Seven players are set to miss the Chelsea vs Arsenal match, but Cole Palmer returns from injury for Enzo Maresca's side. Get the latest team news and updates.

Drama as qualified country set to boycott 2026 FIFA World Cup draw

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Iran threatens to boycott 2026 FIFA World Cup draw in the US over visa denial and political tensions as Nigeria remains on alert for group stage changes.

Galatasaray president confirms Victor Osimhen’s return date after injury with Super Eagles

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9 months ago

Galatasaray president Dursun Ozbek has confirmed Victor Osimhen’s return date from his injury, ahead of the Istanbul derby against Fenerbahce on Monday.

Liverpool boss Arne Slot reacts amid sack rumours after 4-1 loss to PSV

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9 months ago

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot addresses growing sacking rumours following a disappointing 4-1 loss to PSV Eindhoven in the UEFA Champions League.

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Sunday Oliseh backs Eric Chelle despite World Cup failure: “He has won me over”

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9 months ago

Sunday Oliseh has changed his stance on Eric Chelle, backing him to continue as Super Eagles coach despite Nigeria's failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

4 managers who could replace Arne Slot at Liverpool as Gerrard and Carragher call for his sack

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9 months ago

Explore four potential managers who could replace Arne Slot at Liverpool, as club legends Steven Gerrard and Jamie Carragher call for his dismissal.

Supercomputer predicts Champions League winner after Arsenal beat Bayern Munich

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9 months ago

Opta's supercomputer predicts Arsenal as Champions League winners after their 3-1 victory over Bayern Munich, maintaining an unbeaten record in the competition.

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