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.

1415 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Kaizer Chiefs announce the signing of two former Orlando Pirates stars ahead of next season

Football

a month ago

Cristiano Ronaldo leads tributes after death of Liverpool star Diogo Jota

Football

a month ago

Liverpool forward dies at age 28, weeks after his getting married

Football

a month ago

Bafana Bafana star joins Orlando Pirates from Premier Soccer League rivals

Football

a month ago

Bafana Bafana star leaves PSL side, joins a new club Europe

Football

a month ago

Lucas Radebe: Kaizer Chiefs legends wants Mofokeng to leave Orlando Pirates for Europe

Football

a month ago

Springboks hit by another injury setback ahead of Test Season after Siya Kolisi blow

Rugby

a month ago

The Springboks have been dealt another injury setback ahead of the Test season, following the absence of captain Siya Kolisi in their match against Barbarians.

Abdeslam Ouaddou urged to strengthen key weak spot in Pirates squad

Football

a month ago

Abdeslam Ouaddou has been urged to prioritise signing new players to strengthen the key positions where Orlando Pirates currently lack depth this summer.

Kaizer Chiefs sign Portuguese striker from Persebaya Surabaya

Football

a month ago

Premier Soccer League giants Kaizer Chiefs have bolstered their attack with the signing of a Portuguese striker from Indonesian side Persebaya Surabaya.

Kaizer Chiefs announce first summer signing with Europe-Based defender joining the PSL giants

Football

a month ago

Kaizer Chiefs have officially announced a Europe-based defender as their first signing of the summer transfer window ahead of the 2025-26 season.

Ethan Chislett, 4 other Kaizer Chiefs signings so far this summer

Football

a month ago

Kaizer Chiefs have reportedly made five key signings ahead of the new season, including Ethan Chislett, as they aim to rebuild and compete for trophies next season.

Fiston Mayele, 2 other stars Sundowns can sign this summer after making over R200m at CWC

Football

a month ago

Mamelodi Sundowns are in a strong position to boost their squad after earning over R200 million from their participation at the FIFA Club World Cup.

Ethan Chislett: What England based midfielder can add to Kaizer Chiefs next season

Football

a month ago

Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi has been told what Amakhosi new signing Ethan Chislett would be adding to his the Glamour Boys squad next season.

Tebogo Moloi: SA coach shares advice given to Sipho Mbule after signing for Pirates

Football

a month ago

Former Orlando Pirates assistant coach Tebogo Moloi has opened up on the key advice he gave Sipho Mbule after the midfielder joined the Buccaneers.

Sipho Mbule told he has chance to break into Bafana's AFCON squad after joining Pirates

Football

a month ago

Ex-Kaizer ChiefsstarJunior Khanye believes Sipho Mbule’s move to Orlando Pirates gives him a crucial “last chance” to earn a spot in Bafana Bafana’s AFCON squad.

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