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.

1413 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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PSL side hands coach and technical team with luxury cars worth R943k

Football

28 days ago

Ellis breaks down Banyana Banyana’s loss to Nigeria, reacts to devastating injury

Football

28 days ago

Rugby legend Des van Jaarsveldt dies at 96; new oldest living Springbok named

Rugby

28 days ago

Rassie Erasmus in tears as he speaks on Mapimpi’s heartbreaking family tragedy, Video

Rugby

29 days ago

Video: Cheslin Kolbe seen behind the wheel of R1.73m Mercedes-Benz

Rugby

30 days ago

"The best": Dricus du Plessis’ girlfriend Vasti Spiller turns heads in R455k luxury car

Sports

a month ago

Benni McCarthy marks daughter's 17th birthday with heartfelt message, SA celebrates her

Football

a month ago

Bafana Bafana legend Benni McCarthy has celebrated his daughter, Allegra, on her 17th birthday; the Harambee Stars coach shared a lovely post on social media.

Siya Kolisi's return to Springboks squad sparks new debate ahead Georgia clash

Rugby

a month ago

Siya Kolisi has been recalled to the Springboks squad ahead of their upcoming clash with Georgia, sparking fresh debate over team selection and his match readiness.

South African international leaves Kaizer Chiefs, joins European club

Football

a month ago

South African midfielder Yusuf Maart has officially left Kaizer Chiefs after leading Amakhosi to the Nedbank Cup last season to join a European club.

Shauwn Mkhize unveils new look for Mbabane Highlanders, honouring son Andile Mpisane

Football

a month ago

South African businesswoman Shauwn Mkhize has rebranded Eswatini’s Mbabane Highlanders football club in honour to her son, Andile Mpisane after losing Royal AM.

Stanley Nwabali leads list of goalkeepers Kaizer Chiefs should target this transfer window

Football

a month ago

A look at Stanley Nwabali and other top goalkeepers Kaizer Chiefs could target in the summer transfer window to strengthen their squad for the upcoming season.

Kaizer Chiefs struggle to show progress after last season’s disappointing run

Football

a month ago

Kaizer Chiefs continue to struggle, showing no sign of improvement from last season’s disappointing performance, raising concerns ahead of the new campaign.

Percy Tau, 2 other free agents Kaizer Chiefs can sign this summer

Football

a month ago

Kaizer Chiefs could strengthen their squad this summer by signing top free agents like South African international Percy Tau and others ahead of the 2025-26 season.

Why the start of 2025-26 Season might be tough for Mamelodi Sundowns

Football

a month ago

Mamelodi Sundowns players and coach Miguel Cardoso have been told why they might struggle at the start of the 2025-26 season after participation in the FIFA CWC.

PSL club that should snap up Percy Tau following Kaizer Chiefs’ rejection

Football

a month ago

A Premier Soccer League side has been advised to consider signing Bafana Bafana star Percy Tau after the player was snubbed by Kaizer Chiefs this summer.

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