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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Eben Etzebeth's wife welcomes Springboks star home in style after triumphant URC...

Rugby

a month ago

Orlando Pirates' title hopes fade after shock defeat to Sekhukhune United

Football

a month ago

Dricus du Plessis steps up training ahead of Chimaev's bout, sends warning to...

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a month ago

Former FIFA referee explains how Kaizer Chiefs were robbed against Marumo...

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a month ago

Lucas Radebe: Kaizer Chiefs legend shares heartwarming dance moment with...

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a month ago

Rachel Kolisi reacts as Handre Pollard's wife announces pregnancy, unveils baby's gender

Rugby

a month ago

Siya Kolisi's former wife, Rachel Kolisi, shared her excitement after Handre Pollard's wife, Marise Pollard, announced that she is expecting a baby.

Soweto Derby blow: 5 Key Kaizer Chiefs players ruled out of crucial Pirates showdown

Football

a month ago

Kaizer Chiefs have been dealt a huge blow ahead of the Soweto Derby against Orlando Pirates in the Betway Premiership, as they are set to be without five players.

Rachel Kolisi flaunts her R1.9m car as Siya’s sister celebrates matric dance

Rugby

a month ago

Siya Kolisi's estranged wife, Rachel Kolisi, has showed off her R1.9 million ride as she took the Springboks star's little sister to her matric dance.

Soweto Derby: Why Kaizer Chiefs need to focus more on Nedbank Cup final with Pirates

Football

a month ago

Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates will face themselves in back to back games both in the Betway Premiership and the Nedbank Cup final in the space of two weekends.

Soweto Derby: What Kaizer Chiefs need to do to get a win against Orlando Pirates

Football

a month ago

Kaizer Chiefs will face Orlando Pirates in their next match in the Betway Premiership; and the Glamour Boys have been told what to do to get a win in the tie.

3 Kaizer Chiefs stars who deserve to start against Orlando Pirates in Soweto derby

Football

a month ago

Kaizer Chiefs' next match in the Betway Premiership would be against rivals Orlando Pirates in the Soweto derby; Amakhosi need all their best players for the tie.

Top 3 positions Pirates need to bolster in the summer, players they should sign

Football

a month ago

Orlando Pirates are in dire need of new players after opting to stay silent in the last transfer window, but their are some position they need to strengthen.

South Africa fall to defeat against Egypt in U20 AFCON opener

Football

a month ago

South Africa began their CAF U20 Africa Cup of Nations campaign on a bad note as the suffer a defeat against the host, Egypt, at the Cairo International Stadium.

Barker reacts to VAR controversy as Stellenbosch lose out on CAFCC final spot

Football

a month ago

Stellenbosch FC head coach Steve Barker has come out to speak about the Video Assistant Referees (VAR) calls in their return leg tie against Simba SC in the CAFCC.

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