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.

1418 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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FIFA CWC: Jobe Bellingham states why Borussia Dortmund struggled against Sundowns

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Miguel Cardoso comments on Sundowns players' performance against Borussia Dortmund

Football

a month ago

FIFA Club World Cup: Dortmund coach explains why it was hard to play against Sundowns

Football

a month ago

Marcelo Allende: Mamelodi Sundowns star confident PSL giants can win against Fluminense

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What are Mamelodi Sundowns' chances of qualifying for FIFA Club World Cup round of 16

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a month ago

FIFA Club World Cup: Who to blame for Mamelodi Sundowns' loss against Dortmund

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a month ago

Tshepang Moremi: PSL top side confirm Bafana Bafana star's move to Orlando Pirates

Football

a month ago

Premier Soccer League side AmaZulu FC have confirmed Tshepang Moremi move to Orlando Pirates despite interest from their city rivals Kaizer Chiefs.

FIFA CWC: Williams explains what led to mistake he made in Sundowns' loss to Dortmund

Football

a month ago

Mamelodi Sundowns goalkeeper Ronwen Williams explains the defensive error that led to a goal in their 4-3 loss to Borussia Dortmund at the FIFA Club World Cup.

Sundowns suffer first FIFA Club World Cup defeat in 7-goal thriller against Dortmund

Football

a month ago

Mamelodi Sundowns suffered their first defeat at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, losing 4-3 in a thrilling match against German giants Borussia Dortmund.

Phumlani Msibi: Legendary South African sports commentator passes on at 57, Mzansi mourns

Football

2 months ago

Renowned South African sports commentator Phumlani Msibi has passed away at the age of 57, leaving Mzansi mourning the loss of a true broadcasting legend.

Farouk Khan: Former Kaizer Chiefs coach blasts Amakhosi for signing two Pirates stars

Football

2 months ago

Former Kaizer Chiefs coach Farouk Khan has questioned the club’s decision to sign two Orlando Pirates players, raising concerns about their transfer strategy.

Camden Schaper: Chelsea beat Man City to record-breaking R17m signing of South African wonderkid

Football

2 months ago

Chelsea have reportedly beaten Manchester City to the signing of South African wonderkid Camden Schaper in a record-breaking R17 million deal this summer.

Bafana Bafana legends hails Sundowns loanee's display against Man City

Football

2 months ago

Two former Bafana Bafana stars have praised Thembinkosi Lorch for his outstanding performance for Wydad AC against Manchester City at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.

Miguel Cardoso explains how weather delay gave Sundowns tactical edge in FIFA CWC opener

Football

2 months ago

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso explains how a weather delay before their FIFA Club World Cup clash against Ulsan HD helped his team secure the win.

How much Mamelodi Sundowns earned after defeating Ulsan HD in FIFA CWC opener

Football

2 months ago

Mamelodi Sundowns have secured a significant amount of money after sealing their first win at the FIFA Club World Cup against Ulsan HD on Wednesday.

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