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.

2741 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Premier League: How title race would be without VAR after West Ham controversy

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Jose Mourinho makes Victor Osimhen demand from Real Madrid as he closes in on return

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Galatasaray director discloses how much Victor Osimhen’s merchandise has generated

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Victor Osimhen reacts after scoring to help Galatasaray win 4th consecutive Turkish title

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Premier League: How Man City could win title despite Arsenal’s win over West Ham

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Supercomputer predicts Premier League winner after Arsenal’s controversial win over West Ham

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29 days ago

Galatasaray coach reacts after Victor Osimhen leads Lions to 4th consecutive title

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a month ago

Galatasaray coach Okan Buruk reflects on the team's fourth consecutive title, as Victor Osimhen’s brace leads a comeback victory over Antalyaspor in Istanbul.

Supercomputer predicts Premier League winner as Man City beat Brentford to put pressure on Arsenal

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a month ago

Opta's supercomputer has updated its prediction for the Premier League winner after Manchester City put pressure on Arsenal with a win over Brentford.

Mikel Arteta relishes facing Paris Saint-Germain in Champions League final

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a month ago

Arsenal’s Mikel Arteta anticipates a thrilling 2026 UEFA Champions League final against PSG in Budapest, marking the Gunners' first final since 2006.

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NFF official opens up on why Super Eagles missed out on 2026 FIFA World Cup

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a month ago

NFF General Secretary Dr Mohammed Sanusi explains why the Super Eagles of Nigeria failed to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the USA, Mexico and Canada.

Liverpool vs Chelsea: Salah, Garnacho, others set to miss Champions League decider

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a month ago

Liverpool and Chelsea clash at Anfield in a vital Champions League decider, missing key players. Both clubs fight for European spots with three matches remaining.

Supercomputer predicts Premier League winner after big European nights for English teams

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a month ago

Opta’s supercomputer predicts Arsenal's chance of winning the Premier League title as matchweek 36 unfolds, while Manchester City hopes for a slip.

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Piers Morgan tips Declan Rice for 2026 Ballon d'Or after Arsenal reached Champions League final

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a month ago

Piers Morgan backs Arsenal's Declan Rice for the 2026 Ballon d'Or and PFA Player of the Year, praising his pivotal role in the club's quest for glory this season.

PSG vs Arsenal: Amaju Pinnick picks his favourite team to win Champions League final

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a month ago

Ex-NFF President Amaju Pinnick has chosen his favourite team to win the UEFA Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain in Budapest on May 30, 2026.

Victor Osimhen: Turkish pundit names ideal partner for Galatasaray striker

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a month ago

Zeki Onder Ozen suggests the ideal partner for Victor Osimhen at Galatasaray, aiming for UEFA Champions League success alongside domestic dominance.

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