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 four 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. Email: elijah.odetokun@sportsbrief.com

1173 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Manchester United reportedly walked away from signing Victor Osimhen, with a media insider explaining why the Red Devils have shifted their attention.

Enzo Maresca explains Cole Palmer’s substitution during Chelsea’s win over Legia Warsaw

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has opened up on his decision to substitute Cole Palmer at halftime during the 3-0 Conference League victory over Legia Warsaw.

Eric Chelle reacts after NFF confirm Super Eagles’ participation in Unity Cup

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has shared his thoughts after the Nigeria Football Federation confirmed the team's participation in the Unity Cup.

4 Biggest Champions League comebacks as Real Madrid plan to overturn 3-0 loss to Arsenal

Real Madrid will need to pull off one of the biggest UEFA Champions League comebacks to progress to the semi-final after their 3-0 loss to Arsenal.

Galatasaray come up strategy to take advantage of Napoli and sign Victor Osimhen

Victor Osimhen will leave Napoli this summer. Galatasaray, where he is currently on loan are one of the clubs interested in signing him permanently.

Chelsea star in trouble after police seize his £160k car for driving without a valid licence

Chelsea midfielder Moises Caicedo has landed in trouble with the police after he was caught driving without a valid licence around Cobham Surrey.

Hansi Flick stays humble despite Barcelona thrashing Borussia Dortmund 4-0 in UCL QF

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick urged his team to stay humble despite their 4-0 win over Borussia Dortmund and technically in the Champions League semi-final.

Nigeria gain advantage over England in pursuit of 2 Arsenal academy products’ future

The Nigeria Football Federation are in pole position to secure the international futures of two Arsenal academy product over the country of their birth England.

Nigerian police inspector dies while watching Arsenal vs Real Madrid tie in Calabar

A Nigerian police inspector sadly passed away while watching Arsenal's 3-0 win over Real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League quarter-final at the Emirates Stadium.

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