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.

1441 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Bafana Bafana star scores as Pirates defeat Golden Arrows to put pressure on Sundowns

Football

3 months ago

Mamelodi Sundowns reach agreement to terminate R45 million signing's contract

Football

3 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs set to cut ties with R5 million signing after just two seasons

Football

3 months ago

Pirates open talks with Nasreddine Nabi's transfer target for Kaizer Chiefs

Football

3 months ago

Nedbank Cup final: Why Pirates are better positioned than Chiefs to lift the trophy

Football

3 months ago

4 Positions Kaizer Chiefs need to bolster, players they can sign ahead of next season

Football

3 months ago

4 Kaizer Chiefs stars who deserves to start in Nedbank Cup final against Pirates

Football

3 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs have another chance to redeem themselves against Orlando Pirates in the Soweto derby this week as they will battle again in the Nedbank Cup final.

Nabi vs Kaizer Chiefs players: Who’s to blame for Amakhosi’s loss against Pirates

Football

3 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs were on the losing side once against in the Betway Premiership but this time it was against their city rivals Orlando Pirates in the Soweto derby.

Nabi fires back at doubts over his suitability for Kaizer Chiefs coaching role

Football

3 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi has hit back at being questioned if he's the right manager for the Glamour Boys after losing to Orlando Pirates.

Soweto Derby: Riveiro reacts after equalling Baxter's record against Kaizer Chiefs

Football

3 months ago

Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro has broken is silence after equalling English manager Stuart Baxter's record against Kaizer Chiefs in the Soweto derby.

Soweto Derby: Why Nabi benched Cele and Miguel in Kaizer Chiefs' loss against Pirates

Football

3 months ago

Kaizer Chief head coach Nasreddine Nabi has explained why he benched his two Amakhosi's players (Thabo Cele and Inacio Miguel) against Orlando Pirates.

Ex-Kaizer Chiefs star explains what caused Amakhosi’s downfall against Pirates

Football

3 months ago

A former Kaizer Chiefs player has explained what caused Amakhosi's downfall against Orlando Pirates in the second Soweto derby in the Betway Premiership this season.

PSL: Steve Barker shares Stellenbosch FC's transfer plans this summer

Football

3 months ago

Stellenbosch FC head coach, Steve Barker, has opened up on the Stellies' transfer plan this summer ahead of 2025-26 Premier Soccer League season.

Sundowns star ignores Messi names Ronaldo as his role model ahead of Club World Cup

Football

3 months ago

A Mamelodi Sundowns star has snubbed Lionel Messi while picking former Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo as his role model ahead of the FIFA Club of World Cup.

Khune explains why Chiefs starlets struggle while Pirates' youngsters flourish

Football

3 months ago

Bafana Bafana legend Itumeleng Khune has explained why youngster are struggling at his former club, Kaizer Chiefs, compared to their city rivals Orlando Pirates.

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