Raphael Abiola

Education: B.Tech Hons in Computer Science, Federal University of Technology, Akure, Ondo State (2011-2015), Google News Initiative (2024)

Experience: Football Writer at Stakegains (2016-2018), Content Editor at Opera News Nigeria (2018-2023), Sports Editor at Sports Brief (2023-2024), Sports Editor at Briefly News (2024-present).

Awards: Opera News Joint Best Performing Editor - Article Review, Q3-2022

Raphael Abiola is a Nigerian Sports Journalist with over seven years of experience. He obtained a B.Tech degree in Computer Science from the Federal University of Technology, Akure, in 2015. Raphael previously worked as a football editor at Stakegains (2016-2018) and a content editor with Opera News Nigeria (2018-2023). Raphael then worked as an Editor for the Local Desk at Sports Brief (2023-2024). Reach him via email at raphael.abiola@sportsbrief.com.

2093 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Pirates shake up standings as Magesi FC win sends them above Chiefs

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South African striker secures European move after leaving PSL club

Football

20 hours ago

Ex-Pirates star tips Kaizer Chiefs to upset Sundowns and Bucs in PSL title race

Football

21 hours ago

CAFCL: Sundowns suffer narrow defeat against Al Hilal in Kigali

Football

22 hours ago

Cedric Kaze breaks down Kaizer Chiefs’ low-key January transfer window

Football

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Kaizer Chiefs youngster departs on transfer deadline day

Football

a day ago

Shock move: Bafana Bafana star snubs PSL teams for European club

Football

a day ago

A South African international has snubbed Premier Soccer League teams to join a European club, marking another major step in the Bafana Bafana star's career.

Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie praises Kaizer Chiefs star after win over Marumo Gallants

Football

a day ago

Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie has praised a Kaizer Chiefs star following the Soweto giants' win over Marumo Gallants in the Betwayu Premiership.

Transfer deadline shock as Orlando Pirates announce unexpected exit

Football

a day ago

Orlando Pirates have confirmed a surprise exit of Nigerian international Olisa Ndah on transfer deadline day in the Premier Soccer League, catching fans off guard.

Springboks legend criticises rugby star amid reported All Blacks revolt

Rugby

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Springboks legend Steven Kitshoff has criticised rugby star Ardie Savea following reports of unrest and a possible revolt within the All Blacks camp.

South African-born striker secures move to Spanish La Liga club

Football

a day ago

South African-born striker Kai Henning has completed a move to a Spanish La Liga club from a Madrid-based side, marking a major step in his career.

Rugby star forced into early retirement after suffering heart attack

Rugby

2 days ago

French rugby star Uini Atonio has been forced into early retirement after suffering a heart attack, bringing a promising career to an abrupt end.

Kaizer Chiefs overtake Pirates with win over Marumo Gallants

Football

2 days ago

Kaizer Chiefs moved Orlando Pirates down to third place in the league standings after securing a crucial Betway Premiership win over Marumo Gallants.

More than 10 killed in shooting after football match ahead of 2026 World Cup

Football

3 days ago

Tragedy struck after a football match as gunmen killed more than 10 people in Mexico, with the incident occurring ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Rassie Erasmus reveals latest injury update on Springboks star

Rugby

3 days ago

Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus has provided an important injury update on a key player as South Africa monitor his recovery before the season kicks off.

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