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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Kaizer Chiefs target earns high praises from coach after performance against Bafana

Football

2 months ago

Mhleli Mabuza: SA defender explores options in Europe amid links with Kaizer Chiefs

Football

2 months ago

Mokwena reacts to Zwane snub in CAF Champions League final loss to Pyramids

Football

2 months ago

Rulani Mokwena: Ex Sundowns boss breaks silence amid links with Pirates coaching role

Football

2 months ago

Mzansi in awe as Bok stars Siya Kolisi, Mapimpi, Lukhanyo reconnect in style

Rugby

2 months ago

“What has she done to her face?” Joost van der Westhuizen’s widow Amor Vittone questioned over new look

Rugby

2 months ago

Vuyo Mere: Former Mamelodi Sundowns star announces retirement from football

Football

2 months ago

Former Mamelodi Sundowns star Vuyo Mere has announced his retirement from football after spending over two decades in the game, while playing for top clubs.

Ranga Chivaviro: Kaizer Chiefs release South African-born star ahead of next season

Football

2 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs have released South African striker Ranga Chivaviro after the Premier Soccer League giants refused to offer give him a new contract.

Hugo Broos hits back at critics over snubbing Kaizer Chiefs stars in Bafana Bafana squad

Football

2 months ago

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has hit back at critics over his decision to overlook Kaizer Chiefs stars in his South African squad for the upcoming friendlies.

3 Mamelodi Sundowns stars Kaizer Chiefs can sign without spending big this summer

Football

2 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs have been urged to consider signing three Mamelodi Sundowns stars this summer and are expected to not the spend huge transfer fee on them.

Bafana Bafana star blamed for Sundowns' CAF Champions League final heartbreak

Football

2 months ago

A South African international has been pointed out as the person to blame for Mamelodi Sundowns loss in the CAF Champions League final against Pyramids FC.

Kaizer Chiefs reportedly sign Bafana Bafana star from Orlando Pirates

Football

2 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs have reportedly signed a South African international from Premier Soccer League rivals Orlando Pirates ahead of the 2025-25 season.

Pablo Martin: Why Pirates shouldn’t appoint ex Real Madrid coach as Riveiro’s replacement

Football

2 months ago

Orlando Pirates have been advised to think twice before appointing a former Real Madrid assistant coach as replacement for Jose Riveiro this summer.

Rising South African star set for sensational Kaizer Chiefs return from Europe

Football

2 months ago

A South African talented midfielder is set for a return to Premier Soccer League giants, Kaizer Chiefs, this summer after spending one season in Europe.

Cardoso hails Sundowns players despite CAF Champions League final loss against Pyramids

Football

2 months ago

Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso has hailed his players despite losing to Pyramids FC in the final of the CAF Champions League on Sunday evening.

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