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.

1184 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Mohlala slams Cardoso for snubbing Zwane in Sundowns' loss to Pyramids in...

Football

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Thabo Mngomeni: Club legend explains why he wants a South African coach at...

Football

4 days ago

Letsholonyane explains why Kaizer Chiefs youngsters can't compared to Pirates,...

Football

4 days ago

Tshepho Mashiloane: PSL side confirm SA defender's move to Orlando Pirates

Football

5 days ago

Hugo Broos confirms lineup shuffle for Mozambique clash after Tanzania's...

Football

5 days ago

Mamelodi Sundowns star ruled out of FIFA Club World Cup, sets to undergo surgery

Football

5 days ago

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

Football

5 days ago

A Kaizer Chiefs transfer target has earned the praise of his coach after his performance during Bafana Bafana clash against Tanzania in an international friendly.

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

Football

6 days ago

A South African defender is trying to explore his options in Europe after his trial with Kaizer Chiefs failed to yield concrete offers from the Soweto giants.

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

Football

6 days ago

Former Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Rulani Mokwena has shared his thoughts on Miguel Cardoso's decision to leave Themba Zwane out of the CAF Champions League final.

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

Football

6 days ago

Former Mamelodi Sundowns coach Rulani Mokwena has broken his silence concerning reports linking him with the vacant coaching role at Orlando Pirates.

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

Rugby

7 days ago

Springbok stars Siya Kolisi, Makazole Mapimpi, and Lukhanyo Am reunite in style, as fans celebrate their powerful bond and friendship moment on social media.

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

Rugby

8 days ago

Amor Vittone, widow of South African rugby legend Joost van der Westhuizen, sparks buzz on social media as fans question her surprising new look.

Vuyo Mere: Former Mamelodi Sundowns star announces retirement from football

Football

8 days 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

8 days 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

9 days 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.

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