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.

423 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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

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

2 months ago

Orlando Pirates: Bafana Bafana star dumps Soweto giants for PSL rivals

2 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs: European side ready to splash R40 million on Amakhosi star

2 months ago

Lyle Foster's rant at his Burnley teammates excites Clarets fans

2 months ago

UFC 305: 2 Springbok stars to escort Du Plessis to Octagon against Adesanya

3 months ago

South African sprinter narrates his experience at Paris 2024 Olympic Games

A member of the South African men's 4x100-metre relay team has opened up on his experience at the just-concluded Paris 2024 Olympic Games in France.

South Africa give Tatjana Smith a heroic welcome after Paris 2024 success

South African swimmer Tatjana Smith has returned home after a successful outing at the just-concluded Paris 2024 Olympic Games in France which she won two medals.

Kaizer Chiefs, Orlando Pirates missing as CAF unveil top 10 African clubs

The Conferadation of African Football (CAF) has announced the top 10 best clubs in the continent ahead of the forthcoming 2024-25 interclub competitions.

Letsile Tebogo returns to heroic welcome in Botswana after Olympics success

Letsile Tebogo has received a heroic welcome on his return to Botswana after winning two medals at the just-concluded Paris 2024 Olympic Games in France.

Vinicius Jnr: List of goodies in Saudi Arabia's offer to Real Madrid star

Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior has been reportedly offered one of the biggest contract package in football history by a club in the Saudi Pro League.

Percy Tau reportedly demands huge sum from Al Ahly amid Kaizer Chiefs links

Kaizer Chiefs target Percy Tau has reportedly requested for a considerable amount of money from Al Ahly as uncertainty continue to surround his future at the club.

Former Chelsea star divorces his wife after Euro 2024 success

Ex-Chelsea striker Alvaro Morata and his wife, Alice Campello, have decided to go their separate ways after the new AC Milan signing led Spain to Euro 2024 victory.

Kaizer Chiefs: Bafana Bafana star set to snub Nabi's side for a move abroad

South African international Oswin Appollis is set to snub Premier Soccer League giants Kaizer Chiefs for a move to North Africa this summer transfer window.

Sundowns confirm the signing of Bafana Bafana star amid Kaizer Chiefs links

Mamelodi Sundowns have confirmed the signing of a South African international despite links with Premier Soccer League rivals Kaizer Chiefs this summer.

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