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.

1472 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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3 best players in Nedbank Cup so far as Pirates, Kaizer Chiefs cruise into semis

Football

5 months ago

Orlando Pirates are on course to set new record in Nedbank Cup this season

Football

5 months ago

Why referee was wrong to award Kaizer Chiefs' second goal against Stellenbosch

Football

5 months ago

Ex-Chelsea midfielder reacts after Foster ended his goal drought against Luton Town

Football

5 months ago

Ex-Kaizer Chiefs star blasts ref after Amakhosi's controversial win over Stellenbosch

Football

5 months ago

Riveiro hails Bafana Bafana star after Pirates' win over SuperSport United

Football

5 months ago

Nabi explains why he was disappointed despite Kaizer Chiefs' win over Stellenbosch

Football

5 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi has shared his thoughts on Amakhosi's win over Stellenbosch in the Nedbank Cup, stating his only disappointment in he match.

Barker furious over referee's decision regarding Kaizer Chiefs' late controversial goal

Football

5 months ago

Stellenbosch FC head coach Steve Barker has commented on referee's decision to award Kaizer Chiefs' late controversial goal during their Nedbank Cup clash.

Stellenbosch react to referee's decision over Kaizer Chiefs' late controversial goal

Football

5 months ago

Stellenbosch FC have reacted to the referee's decision to give Kaizer Chiefs a goal that was initially ruled out by the linesman during their Nedbank Cup tie.

Late goals from Kaizer Chiefs seal Nedbank semi final spot for Nasreddine Nabi's side

Football

5 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs are through to the semi-final of the Nedbank Cup after injury time goals gave them the deserving win against Stellenbosch FC in the quarter-final.

Kaizer Chiefs loanee misses penalty as Pirates cruise into Nedbank Cup semi final

Football

5 months ago

Orlando Pirates are through to the semi-final of the Nedbank Cup after defeating Pretoria giants SuperSport United in the quarter-final on Saturday afternoon.

Pirates star ruled out of SuperSport tie as Mofokeng, Mbatha risk missing Sundowns clash

Football

5 months ago

Orlando Pirates are set to miss one of their key players against SuperSport United in the Nedbank Cup with Mofokeng and Mbatha risk missing Sundowns tie in PSL.

Late Joost van Der Westhuizen’s daughter marks 19th birthday, SA celebrates her

Rugby

5 months ago

Late Springboks legend Joost van der Westhuizen would be proud in heaven as his daughter, Kylie, clocked 19 on Friday with Amor Vittone celebrating her online.

Kaizer Chiefs set to hijack Sundowns, Pirates moves for PSL star this summer

Football

5 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs are reportedly close to hijacking Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates moves for a Premier Soccer League star in the summer transfer window.

South African defender signs deal with Kaizer Chiefs, joins Nasreddine Nabi's squad

Football

5 months ago

A South African defender has signed a lucrative contract with Kaizer Chiefs and he's set to join Nasreddine Nabi's first team squad for remainder of the season.

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