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.

1419 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Sipho Mbule: Mamelodi Sundowns face tough decision on Bafana Bafana star's future

Football

2 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs urged not to sign Bafana Bafana star who's also Orlando Pirates target

Football

2 months ago

Eben Etzebeth alongside pregnant wife and daughter spend quality time on the beach

Rugby

2 months ago

CAFCL Final: Why it would be difficult for Mamelodi Sundowns to beat Pyramids in Egypt

Football

2 months ago

3 Sundowns stars who deserve to start against Pyramids FC in CAFCL final second leg

Football

2 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs legend explains why Amakhosi failed this season despite winning Nedbank Cup

Football

2 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs legend explains why Sundowns drew against Pyramids in CAFCL final

Football

2 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs legend Doctor Khumalo has explained why Mamelodi Sundowns stumble to a draw against Pyramids in the CAF Champions League, names the player they needed.

Ncikazi defends young Bucs, claims Orlando Pirates' failures not their fault

Football

2 months ago

Orlando Pirates interim manager has defended the young players in the Buccaneers first team squad after their recent poor performance in all competitions.

Cardoso calls for calm ahead of Sundowns' tough Pyramids test in CAFCL final

Football

2 months ago

Miguel Cardoso has called for calm ahead Mamelodi Sundowns tie with Pyramids FC in the second leg of the CAF Champions League final after failing to win the first.

Nabi points out Kaizer Chiefs' source of joy despite top eight heartbreak this season

Football

2 months ago

Nasreddine Nabi points out key areas of pride in Kaizer Chiefs’ performance, offering the fans reasons to be happy despite failing to make top eight in the league.

CAFCL Final: Cardoso defends decision to bench Bafana Bafana star against Pyramids

Football

2 months ago

Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso has defended his decision to bench Bafana Bafana star Themba Zwane in the CAF Champions League final against Pyramids FC.

Nabi opens up on Kaizer Chiefs transfer plans after disappointing league season

Football

2 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi has given update on the Glamour Boys' transfer plans this summer after ending the 2024-25 season on a bad note.

Nigerian star, 4 other African stars outside SA Kaizer Chiefs are interested in signing this summer

Football

2 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs are planning on adding more quality players to their squad ahead of next season and a number of African stars have been linked with the club.

Barker confirms two new signings for Stellenbosch FC including Amajita star

Football

2 months ago

Stellenbosch FC manager Steve Barker has confirmed that the Cape Winelands outfit have signed two new players ahead of next season with an Amajita star included.

Ex Kaizer Chiefs star sends message to Pirates concerning new coach amid Mokwena, Mosimane links

Football

2 months ago

A former Kaizer Chiefs forward has sent message to Orlando Pirates concerning their next coach amid links with Pitso Mosimane and Rulani Mokwena.

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