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.

1206 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Coaches who can replace Nabi at Kaizer Chiefs amid talks about doubts over his...

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Nedbank Cup: Why Kaizer Chiefs shouldn't make mistake of sacking Nasreddine Nabi

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How 2 former Orlando Pirates stars helped Kaizer Chiefs win the Nedbank Cup

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Sue Duminy confirms new romance few months after divorce with JP Duminy

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SA government congratulate Kaizer Chiefs after winning Nedbank Cup, Mzansi fumes

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Nedbank Cup: Riveiro explains why Pirates lost to Kaizer Chiefs, apologised to...

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a month ago

Nabi sends message to Kaizer Chiefs fans, club chairman after winning Nedbank Cup

Football

a month ago

Kaizer Chiefs manager Nasreddine Nabi has sent a message to the club fans and chairman after leading Amakhosi to victory against Orlando Pirates in the Nedbank Cup.

Bafana Bafana legend hails Nabi after guiding Kaizer Chiefs to Nedbank Cup win

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Bafana Bafana legend Doctor Khumalo has showered praises on Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi after leading his former club to Nedbank Cup triumph.

Nedbank Cup: How much Kaizer Chiefs made compared to Orlando Pirates after winning

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a month ago

Kaizer Chiefs didn't only take home the title after defeating Orlando Pirates in the Nedbank Cup final, they also made huge sum of money for winning the competition.

Maart ends Kaizer Chiefs' trophy drought as they defeat Pirates in Nedbank Cup

Football

a month ago

Kaizer Chiefs have ended their ten-year wait for a title as they defeated Orlando Pirates in the final of the Nedbank Cup at the Moses Mabhida Stadium this weekend.

Bafana Bafana legends state why Kaizer Chiefs should to win Nedbank Cup ahead of Pirates

Football

a month ago

Two Bafana Bafana legends have backed Kaizer Chiefs to win the Nedbank Cup title ahead of bitter rivals Orlando Pirates and they both dropped their predictions.

Nedbank Cup final: Kaizer Chiefs vs Pirates – Preview, h2h, lineups, time, where to watch

Football

a month ago

Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates are set to lock horns in the final of the Nedbank Cup with the winners getting to lift the trophy at the end of the match.

Orlando Pirates reportedly sign Kaizer Chiefs transfer target from PSL rivals

Football

a month ago

Orlando Pirates have reportedly completed the signing of a Kaizer Chiefs transfer target from their Premier Soccer League rivals ahead of next season.

Kaizer Chiefs urged to snub Nigerian international in favour of Bafana Bafana star

Football

a month ago

Kaizer Chiefs have been urged by their former player to ditch their plans of signing a Nigerian international and should opt for this Bafana Bafana star instead.

Nabi to add 3 new players to Kaizer Chiefs first team ahead of next season

Football

a month ago

Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi is reportedly working on adding three new young players to the Glamour Boys first team ahead of next season.

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