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

1206 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Atalanta CEO speaks on Gasperini’s future after public spat with Ademola Lookman

Atalanta CEO Luca Percassi has shared his thoughts on Gian Piero Gasperini's future after the manager clashed with star player Ademola Lookman over a penalty miss.

Newcastle win 1st major trophy in 70 years after beating Liverpool in Carabao Cup final

Newcastle United have beaten Liverpool 2-1 at Wembley Stadium to win the 2024/25 Carabao Cup final, their first major domestic trophy in 70 years.

Emmanuel Amuneke sends message to Super Eagles ahead of World Cup qualifier

Former Super Eagles forward Emmanuel Amuneke has sent a message to the team ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier games against Rwanda and Zimbabwe.

Galatasaray ready to trigger Osimhen’s €75m release clause, leave final decision to player

Galatasaray are reportedly ready to pay Victor Osimhen's €75 million release clause to sign the player permanently, provided he agrees to stay in Turkey.

Rwanda release provisional squad to face Super Eagles in 2026 World Cup qualifier

The Rwandan national team have announced their provisional squad to face the Super Eagles of Nigeria and Lesotho in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.

Victor Osimhen reacts after scoring his 1st hat trick for Galatasaray vs Antalyaspor

Victor Osimhen has shared his thoughts after scoring his first hat trick for Galatasaray with three brilliant goals against Antalyaspor in the Turkish Super League.

Osimhen scores 1st hat trick for Galatasaray, shows class and gives Morata penalty

Victor Osimhen scored his first hat trick for Galatasaray against Antalyaspor. He also showed team spirit by allowing Alvaro Morata to take a penalty.

Eguavoen explains why Chelle included 2 NPFL stars in Super Eagles squad

NFF technical director Augustine Eguavoen has opened up on why Eric Chelle named two NPFL players in his final 23-man Super Eagles' squad for World Cup qualifier.

Galatasaray star Victor Osimhen's girlfriend shared cryptic message on Instagram

Victor Osimhen's girlfriend Stephanie Ladewig has shared a cryptic post after rumours emerged that she and the Galatasaray forward have parted ways.

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