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.

2177 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

Author's articles

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Pirates’ resurgence explained: Strong performances despite slow start under Ouaddou

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What Sundowns must do to pass Pirates in the Betway Premiership

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Major Sundowns shake-up as Themba Zwane and 4 others tipped to leave

Football

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Gabadinho Mhango explains what makes Abdeslam Ouaddou stand out

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Rassie Erasmus reacts to All Blacks’ interest in Springboks attack coach

Rugby

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Saleng responds to critics after leaving Pirates for Sundowns

Football

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Injury setback for Springboks as key player is ruled out for season

Rugby

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Springboks star Lood de Jager has suffered a season-ending injury, dealing a major blow to South Africa’s national team plans for this year's challenge.

Two young Kaizer Chiefs players depart for another club

Football

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Kaizer Chiefs have confirmed the departure of two South African youngsters, who have joined another SA club ahead of the second half of the season.

Patrice Motsepe hits back at critics over controversial AFCON decision

Football

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CAF president Patrice Motsepe has responded to criticism surrounding a controversial Africa Cup of Nations decision, defending the governing body’s stance.

Rugby legend passes away at age 74, tributes pour in

Rugby

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Rugby legend and former All Blacks player Grant Batty has passed away at the age of 74, with tributes pouring in following his sudden and mysterious death.

Sundowns hit by major setback as key player is ruled out of league opener

Football

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Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Teboho Mokoena has been ruled out of the Brazilians' second half of the season’s league opener against Orbit College.

Bafana Bafana star completes shock move from Sundowns to PSL rivals

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Bafana Bafana defender Mosa Lebusa has left Mamelodi Sundowns to join their Premier Soccer League rivals, ending his spell with the defending champions.

Pirates star close in on joining Premier Soccer League side

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Orlando Pirates striker Sifiso Luthuli is set to leave the Soweto giants, with a move to the club's Premier Soccer League rivals on the cards this January.