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.

2196 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

Author's articles

Former PSL star casts doubt on Kaizer Chief player’s Impact at the club

Football

5 months ago

Mamelodi Sundowns land big signing to fill Lucas Ribeiro's place

Football

5 months ago

How much SA 4x400m relay team made after winning bronze medal at World Athletics Championship

Sports

5 months ago

Rassie Erasmus recalls Springbok veteran for training ahead of Argentina clash

Rugby

5 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs legend Doctor Khumalo hails Pirates star as a rare talent

Football

5 months ago

Former African coach of the year named as preferred candidate to replace Nabi at Kaizer Chiefs

Football

5 months ago

“Too early for title talk” – Tinkler on Sekhukhune’s strong start amid pressure from Sundowns

Football

5 months ago

Sekhukhune United coach Eric Tinkler insists it’s too soon to label his side as league title contenders, despite their impressive unbeaten run in this season.

Miguel Cardoso highlights Mamelodi Sundowns player he thinks is underrated

Football

5 months ago

Miguel Cardoso has named the Sundowns player he believes is underrated, highlighting the star’s importance despite not always getting the recognition he deserves.

Abdeslam Ouaddou unimpressed despite Orlando Pirates’ 3-0 CAFCL triumph

Football

5 months ago

Orlando Pirates cruised to a 3-0 CAF Champions League win, but coach Ouaddou insists there’s still room for improvement despite the dominant scoreline.

Springbok star undergoes surgery, ruled out of Argentina clash, Mzansi unhappy

Rugby

5 months ago

A Springboks star has been ruled out of South Africa’s clash with the Pumas of Argentina in the ongoing Rugby Championship after undergoing surgery.

South African boxing star gifts mom R2.2m house in East London

Sports

5 months ago

A South African boxing world champion has bought his mother a R2.2 million house in East London, celebrating his success with a heartfelt gesture.

Portuguese coach emerges as candidate for Kaizer Chiefs job, Amakhosi fans react

Football

5 months ago

PSL giants Kaizer Chiefs are reportedly linked with Portuguese coach Pedro Goncalves as uncertainty grows around Nasreddine Nabi’s future at Naturena.

Orlando Pirates shade Nasreddine Nabi as Kaizer Chiefs exit rumours grow

Football

5 months ago

Orlando Pirates dragged online after mocking Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi amid reports of his imminent departure from the Glamour Boys this summer.