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.

2192 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Cedric Kaze clarifies Fiacre Ntwari substitution drama in Kaizer Chiefs’ defeat to Stellenbosch FC

Football

4 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs’ woes deepen as they bow out of the Carling Knockout Cup

Football

4 months ago

U20 World Cup: Amajita coach Raymond Mdaka eyes strong performance against USA

Football

4 months ago

Barker says Stellenbosch ready and energised for Carling Knockout tie with Kaizer Chiefs

Football

4 months ago

"The unsung hero of Kaizer Chiefs": Cedric Kaze hails player’s impact at Amakhosi

Football

4 months ago

Miguel Cardoso Explains Why Mamelodi Sundowns Lost to Marumo Gallants, Reisinho’s Poor Debut

Football

4 months ago

Warning for Kaizer Chiefs: Major issue highlighted before Stellenbosch tie

Football

4 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs have been warned about their biggest problem ahead of their crucial Carling Knockout Cup clash against Stellenbosch FC this weekend.

Sundowns crash out of Carling Knockout Cup after shock defeat to Marumo Gallants

Football

4 months ago

Marumo Gallants pulled off a major upset, knocking Mamelodi Sundowns out of this season's Carling Knockout Cup to advance to the next round of the competition.

Appollis pledges to share R100k award with Orlando Pirates teammates

Football

4 months ago

Orlando Pirates winger Oswin Appollis says he’ll share his R100k Man of the Match prize with a Bafana Bafana teammate after his standout performance.

Ouaddou hails Mbokazi’s wondergoal against Siwelele but sends a clear warning ahead

Football

4 months ago

Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has commented on Mbekezeli Mbokazi’s wonder goal against Siwelele FC in the Carling Knockout Cup Round of 16.

Orlando Pirates set to face new rivals in CAF Champions League preliminary round

Football

4 months ago

Orlando Pirates have learned their next CAF Champions League opponents in the preliminary stage as the journey for continental glory continues this season.

Siya Kolisi shares halftime message and what makes the Springboks special

Rugby

4 months ago

Springboks captain Siya Kolisi opened up about the team’s crucial halftime talk and shared insights into what makes the South African side truly special.

Rassie Erasmus shares honest take on Springboks’ performance against Argentina

Rugby

4 months ago

Rassie Erasmus shared his honest thoughts on the Springboks’ performance against Argentina, admitting there’s room for improvement despite the team’s strong effort.

Mbokazi wonder goal seals Pirates’ spot in Carling Knockout quarter-finals

Football

4 months ago

Mbekelezi Mbokazi’s goal earned Orlando Pirates a 1-0 victory over Siwelele in the Carling Knockout last-16, sending the Buccaneers through to the quarter-finals.

Mamelodi Sundowns snubbed as Carling Knockout favourites unveiled

Football

4 months ago

Mamelodi Sundowns have been snubbed in the list of favourite teams to win the Carling Knockout Cup tournament this season, despite being a finalist last term.

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