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.

1618 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

Author's articles

Orlando Pirates rising star Mbekezeli Mbokazi turns heads with R1.5m luxury car

Football

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Dominant Amajita outclass USA to reach U20 World Cup last 16

Football

2 days ago

‘He deserves a chance’: Kaizer Chiefs legend calls on Broos to select Grobler

Football

2 days ago

Zimbabwe coach fires subtle dig at Bafana Bafana ahead of decisive World Cup qualifier match

Football

2 days ago

Benni McCarthy calls out SAFA and Broos after Bafana Bafana hit with FIFA sanctions

Football

2 days ago

‘Heads must roll’: Jomo Sono furious over Bafana Bafana points deduction

Football

2 days ago

‘Forget Nigeria’: Bafana Bafana warned to focus on real World Cup qualification danger

Football

2 days ago

Bafana Bafana have been urged to look beyond Nigeria in their World Cup qualification campaign, with experts warning that other teams pose a greater threat.

Mamelodi Sundowns’ cup exit puts spotlight on Miguel Cardoso’s future

Football

2 days ago

Mamelodi Sundowns’ surprising exit from the Carling Knockout Cup has intensified pressure on coach Miguel Cardoso, raising questions about his future at the club.

Pirates legend blasts Sundowns and coach Cardoso after shock Carling Knockout exit

Football

2 days ago

Orlando Pirates legend Benedict Vilakazi has criticised Mamelodi Sundowns and coach Miguel Cardoso following their surprise Carling Knockout Cup elimination.

Mofokeng injury update: Abdeslam Ouaddou shares latest ahead of Bafana Bafana duty

Football

2 days ago

Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has provided an important update on winger Relebohile Mofokeng’s injury status ahead of resuming Bafana Bafana duty.

Siya Kolisi: Springboks’ Rugby Championship win belongs to South Africa

Rugby

2 days ago

Siya Kolisi expressed heartfelt gratitude to South Africans after the Springboks’ Rugby Championship win, dedicating the historic victory to loyal supporters.

Cedric Kaze clarifies Fiacre Ntwari substitution drama in Kaizer Chiefs’ defeat to Stellenbosch FC

Football

2 days ago

Cedric Kaze has shed light on the confusion surrounding Fiacre Ntwari and Bruce Bvuma’s substitution during Kaizer Chiefs’ Carling Knockout Cup loss to Stellenbosch.

Kaizer Chiefs’ woes deepen as they bow out of the Carling Knockout Cup

Football

2 days ago

Kaizer Chiefs’ struggles continued as they were eliminated from the Carling Knockout Cup by Stellenbosch FC, extending their disappointing run of form.