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.

1706 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Miguel Cardoso: Sundowns taking Remo Stars clash seriously, unfazed by Nigerian heat

Football

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Cardoso dismisses favourites tag as Sundowns prepare for Remo Stars clash

Football

8 days ago

CAF Confederation Cup: Chiefs coach discusses strategy for second leg against AS Simba

Football

8 days ago

CAFCC: Khalil Ben Youssef states why Kaizer Chiefs couldn’t overcome AS Simba

Football

8 days ago

CAFCC: Kaizer Chiefs held to frustrating draw by AS Simba in Lubumbashi

Football

8 days ago

Super Eagles star joins Premier Soccer League club after leaving Nigeria

Football

8 days ago

Sundowns snap up South African youngster after leaving PSL rivals

Football

9 days ago

Betway Premiership champions Mamelodi Sundowns have signed a South African junior international following his departure from a Premier Soccer League rival club.

PSL legend announces retirement from professional football

Football

9 days ago

Premier Soccer League veteran Keagan Buchanan announces his retirement from professional football after years of success in South African football.

Bafana Bafana qualify for 2026 World Cup — but still drop in latest FIFA rankings

Football

9 days ago

South Africa’s Bafana Bafana fall in FIFA’s latest world rankings even after booking their place at the 2026 World Cup and beating their last opponent.

Danny Jordaan responds to calls to fire officials over Bafana Bafana’s points deduction

Football

10 days ago

SAFA president Danny Jordaan addresses growing calls to sack officials held responsible for Bafana Bafana’s recent points deduction in World Cup qualifiers.

Farewell to a legend: Renowned South African legend dies at 93

Rugby

11 days ago

The South African rugby community is mourning the passing of one of its most iconic figures, Max Baise, who died at age 93, with tributes pouring in on social media.

Osimhen steals the spotlight as Nigeria beat Benin to boost World Cup Qualification chances

Football

12 days ago

Victor Osimhen delivers a standout performance as the Super Eagles of Nigeria beats the Benin Republic, keeping their World Cup qualification hopes alive.

WCQ: Bafana Bafana suffer a major blow ahead of crucial tie against Rwanda

Football

12 days ago

The Bafana Bafana of South Africa have been hit with a major setback ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualfier against Rwanda on Tuesday evening.

SA mourns as rugby coach tragically dies in Nairobi, Kenya

Rugby

12 days ago

The South African rugby community has lost another icon as a Mzansi tactician, Warren Abrahams, passed on while at work with Belgium in Nairobi, Kenya.

Nigeria vs Benin: Key match preview, qualification scenarios, lineups, where to watch

Football

12 days ago

The Super Eagles of Nigeria face Benin in a decisive 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier, with both countries having good chances of securing qualification.

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