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.

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Mikel Arteta sends message to Frank Lampard ahead of Arsenal vs Coventry City

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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta praises Frank Lampard ahead of their pivotal Premier League clash, marking Coventry's return to the top flight after 25 years.

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Arsenal hosts newly-promoted Coventry City in the 2026/27 Premier League opener at the Emirates. A clash marking Coventry's return after 25 years.

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Nigeria Football Federation faces scrutiny as anti-corruption agencies investigate the handling of a ₦12 billion fund aimed at clearing overdue bonuses for players.

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Coventry City manager Frank Lampard discusses Taiwo Awoniyi's move from Nottingham Forest and Sidiki Cherif's signing ahead of their match against Arsenal.

Frank Lampard explains why he signed Taiwo Awoniyi for Coventry City

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Frank Lampard explains Coventry City's decision to sign Taiwo Awoniyi from Nottingham Forest, citing his Premier League experience and desire for regular play.

Diego Simeone reacts after playing Lookman in unfamiliar position during win over Malaga

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Atletico Madrid head coach Diego Simeone spoke after the 2-0 victory over Malaga, during which Ademola Lookman played out of his natural position.

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Tosin Adarabioyo is poised to leave Chelsea this summer, with Aston Villa in talks for the centre-back, as Xabi Alonso reshapes his squad for the 2026/27 season.

12 Chelsea players train separately as exit looms ahead of Premier League season

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Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has excluded 12 first-team players from training as the club seeks to offload them before the transfer window closes.

CAF President sends message to Samuel Eto'o after Cameroon's WAFCON 2026 victory

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CAF President Patrice Motsepe congratulates Samuel Eto'o after Cameroon's Indomitable Lionesses win WAFCON 2026, securing their spot in FIFA Women's World Cup 2027.

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