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.

1407 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Mabasa sets sights on goal boost as Pirates gear up for 2025/26 campaign

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Ex-Kaizer Chiefs star Criticises Nabi for midfield pairing of Mthethwa and Cele

Football

21 days ago

‘South Africans play like Europeans’: Asante Kotoko coach hails Kaizer Chiefs

Football

21 days ago

Ex-Kaizer Chiefs captain offers advice to new Amakhosi skipper ahead of next season

Football

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Orlando Pirates urged to sign a game-changer like Lucas Ribeiro

Football

21 days ago

Orlando Pirates: 5 Key players to watch in the 2025/26 season

Football

21 days ago

4 Bafana Bafana Stars, including Tau, Mokwena’s MC Alger can sign this summer

Football

21 days ago

New MC Alger coach Rulani Mokwena has been advised to consider several Bafana Bafana stars, including Percy Tau, as potential signings this summer.

Peter Shalulile urged to join Kaizer Chiefs amid talks about Sundowns exit

Football

21 days ago

Mamelodi Sundowns striker Peter Shalulile is being urged to consider a move to Premier Soccer League rivals Kaizer Chiefs ahead of 2025-26 season.

Betway Premiership title race: Teams capable of challenging Mamelodi Sundowns

Football

21 days ago

As Mamelodi Sundowns aim to defend their Betway Premiership title for the ninth time in the 2025/26 season, several teams are emerging as serious challengers.

Who’s the favourite to win the 2025/26 Betway Premiership: Chiefs, Sundowns, or Pirates?

Football

21 days ago

As the 2025/26 Betway Premiership season approaches, Kaizer Chiefs, Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates are seen as top contenders but only one team can win.

Fawaaz Basadien reacts to Mamelodi Sundowns move amid Kaizer Chiefs interest

Football

21 days ago

Bafana Bafana defender Fawaaz Basadien has shared his thoughts after signing with Mamelodi Sundowns, amid previously being linked with Kaizer Chiefs.

New era begins as Nabi unveils Kaizer Chiefs captain for 2025/26 season

Football

21 days ago

Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi has officially named the club’s captain for the 2025/26 season after the departure of Yusuf Maart this summer.

Football chief jailed for 12 years by ICC in landmark ruling: 'ICC going after blacks'

Football

21 days ago

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has sentenced an African footballer leader to 12 years in prison after being found guilty in a landmark ruling.

Banyana Banyana’s Gabriela Salgado speaks out after devastating WAFCON injury

Football

21 days ago

Banyana Banyana star Gabriela Salgado speaks out for the first time after suffering a serious injury at the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.

Desiree Ellis addresses future as Banyana Banyana coach after WAFCON exit

Football

22 days ago

Desiree Ellis discusses her future as Banyana Banyana head coach following the team’s disappointing finish at the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.

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