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.

421 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Pirates legend sends strong warning to the Bucs after poor CAFCL opener

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Mokwena set to reunite with Ex-Mamelodi Sundowns striker at Wydad AC

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Lyles aims to break Van Niekerk's world record after losing to Tebogo in 200m

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Mzansi react as Lyle Foster shows off sublime skills against Cardiff

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How Adesanya made more money than Du Plessis at UFC 305 despite losing

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How Du Plessis won the UFC middleweight title fight against Adesanya

Combat sports analyst has explained how South African fighter Dricus Du Plessis earned a deserving victory over Israel Adesanya in the UFC title bout in Australia.

Maresca explains why Chelsea lost to Man City, speaks on Sterling's decision

Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca has explained the reason why the Blues lost their first game of the Premier League season against Manchester City at home.

Du Plessis reacts after defeating Adesanya, apologises for disrespecting him

South African fighter Dricus du Plessis has commented on his victory over Nigeria-born MMA star Israel Adesanya in the UFC middleweight title bout in Australia.

Adesanya explains why he lost to Du Plessis in UFC middleweight title bout

Nigerian-born UFC star Israel Adesanya has explained the reason behind his loss to South Africa's Dricus Du Plessis in the middleweight title fight in Australia.

UFC 305: Mzansi react as Du Plessis defeats Nigerian-born Adesanya in Australia

South African fighter Dricus Du Plessis has retained his UFC middleweight championship title after defeating Nigerian-born Israel Adesanya at the UFC 305 on Sunday.

EPL: Mohamed Salah reacts after leading Liverpool to victory against Ipswich

Egyptian international Mohamed Salah has shared his thoughts on Liverpool's victory over Ipswich Town in the English Premier League on Saturday afternoon.

Mo Salah sets new Premier League record in Liverpool's win over Ipswich

Egyptian international Mohamed Salah has set a new record in the English Premier League as Liverpool defeated newly-promoted side Ipswich Town on Saturday.

Du Plessis vs Adesanya: Preview, venue, when and how to watch the bout

South Africa's Dricus du Plessis and New Zealand's Israel Adesanya are set to face off in a middleweight title bout at the UFC 305 event this weekend.

Kaizer Chiefs: Vilakazi opens up on Nasreddine Nabi's thoughts on dribbling

Kaizer Chiefs star Mfundo Vilakazi has opened up on Nasreddine Nabi's thoughts on dribbling following the recent showboating incident in the game against Yanga SC.

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