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.

1709 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Tragedy in Cape Town: SA kite-surfer found dead at sea, Mzansi mourns

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Ribeiro parts ways with Sundowns in emotional farewell, amid contract dispute

Football

a month ago

Bafana Bafana star calls for victory over Nigeria in their World Cup qualifiers

Football

a month ago

Club legend calls on Chiefs players to push hard as MTN8 and fans feel their absence

Football

a month ago

Ex-Kaizer Chiefs star praises Pirates' Sipho Mbule ahead of Nigeria showdown

Football

a month ago

Bafana Bafana star: all the pressure is on Nigeria ahead of World Cup qualifier

Football

a month ago

Bafana coach Broos applauds Sundowns star before Nigeria test

Football

a month ago

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos praises a Mamelodi Sundowns star for his standout performance ahead of South Africa's crucial World Cup qualifier against Nigeria.

Appollis blocks out World Cup noise ahead of Nigeria showdown

Football

a month ago

An Orlando Pirates star urges Bafana Bafana to stay focused on their crucial tie against Nigeria, warning against getting distracted by World Cup qualification hype.

Kaizer Chiefs board member demands high expectation from coach Nabi

Football

a month ago

Kaizer Chiefs’ Jessica Motaung sets clear expectations for new head coach Nasreddine Nabi, stating there's no excuse for underperformance this season.

Super Eagles suffer major setback, but Bafana Bafana can’t afford complacency

Football

a month ago

The Bafana Bafana of South Africa have been warned ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against the Super Eagles of Nigeria at the Free State Stadium.

Ex-Kaizer Chiefs star explains Vilakazi’s absence from Nabi’s starting XI

Football

a month ago

Kaizer Chiefs fans get an inside look at why coach Nasreddine Nabi has not included Mfundo Vilakazi in the starting lineup since the start of this season.

PSL star breaks silence on Kaizer Chiefs exit: "It’s the honest truth"

Football

a month ago

In-form Premier Soccer League star shares the reasons behind his surprising decision to leave Kaizer Chiefs, shedding light on his career move and future plans.

Nabi rates Kaizer Chiefs signings after excellent start this season in Betway Premiership

Football

a month ago

Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi praises the Glamour Boys' new signings after a strong start to the 2025-26 season in the Betway Premiership.

Motaung Jr shares how Kaizer Chiefs’ latest signing will boost the club this campaign

Football

a month ago

Kaizer Chiefs' sporting director Motaung Jr explains how the club's latest signing is expected to strengthen the squad and impact their 2025/26 season performance.

Phiri opens up about rejecting ‘excessive’ Kaizer Chiefs offer while at Brondby

Football

a month ago

South African midfielder Lebogang Phiri breaks silence on snubbing a lucrative offer from Premier Soccer League giants Kaizer Chiefs while at Brondby.

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