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.

412 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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CAFCL: Galaxy's coach draws inspiration from Tebogo ahead of Pirates' tie

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Kaizer Chiefs, 2 other teams to look out for in the PSL this new season

2 months ago

Rulani Mokwena's Wydad announce the signing of former Barcelona winger

2 months ago

South African winger on fire in Europe, scores a superb freekick, Video

2 months ago

Orlando Pirates' next opponents in CAF Champions League confirmed

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Amad Diallo: Man Utd star dedicates goal against Brighton to his late 'mum'

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Pirates explain why Gilberto missed CAFCL game, give update on MTN8 tie

Orlando Pirates have explained the reason behind Gilberto's absence from their CAF Champions League preliminary match against Disciples FC on Friday evening.

McCarthy and wife celebrate as son, daughter enter primary, senior school respectively

Bafana Bafana legend Benni McCarthy and his wife, Stacey Munro, have celebrated their kids; Lio Romero and Lima Rose after achieving a new feat in their education.

How Tebogo is the youngest wealthiest man in Botswana after Olympics triumph

Botswana sprinter Letsile Tebogo made huge fortune for himself after his blistering performance at the just-concluded Paris 2024 Olympic Games in France.

Former Orlando Pirates star returns to the club months after being released

Orlando Pirates FC have welcomed one of their ex-players back to the Sowetan club a few months after the Premier Soccer League giants released him.

Tinkler explains how City, Kaizer Chiefs and Pirates can compete with Sundowns

South African tactician Eric Tinkler has explained how teams in the Betway Premier Soccer League can end the dominance of Mamelodi Sundowns ahead of the new season.

Tebogo beats two American sprinters to win Lausanne Diamond League

Botswana athlete Letsile Tebogo has stormed to victory at the Lausanne Diamond League, beating two United States of America sprinters to the title on Thursday.

Du Plessis treats girlfriend to birthday holiday getaway after beating Adesanya

South African MMA superstar Dricus Du Plessis has treated his girlfriend, Vasti Spiller, with a birthday holiday getaway after defeating Israel Adesanya in UFC 305.

Rulani Mokwena signs Brazilian attacker for Wydad after Mailula's deal

Rulani Mokwena has added a Brazilian attacker to his squad at Wydad Athletic Club after the signing of former Mamelodi Sundowns striker Cassius Mailula on Wednesday.

Tau, and 3 other Bafana stars Mokwena should consider signing for Wydad

Rulani Mokwena is aiming to lead Wydad Athletic Club back to the summit of the Botola Pro League and need to sign some Bafana Bafana stars to achieve his goal.

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