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.

1507 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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AFCON 2025: Stephens, 4 other new faces in Broos' Bafana preliminary squad

Football

10 months ago

Nabi sends message to Broos, makes bold statement about Sirino's place in Bafana squad

Football

10 months ago

Nabi suffers huge blow ahead of Kaizer Chiefs' clash with Magesi, Sundowns

Football

10 months ago

Ronwen Williams records impressive finish at Ballon d'Or awards

Football

10 months ago

Ballon d'Or: Ronwen Williams speaks after becoming first South African to step on red carpet

Football

10 months ago

Mokwena reacts to Wydad fans' actions after being escorted off pitch by police

Football

10 months ago

PSL: Polokwane coach explains masterplan used in defeating Mamelodi Sundowns

Football

10 months ago

Polokwane City head coach Phuti Mohafe explains how the Rise and Shine defeated Mamelodi Sundowns in the Premier Soccer League on Sunday Afternoon.

Former Kaizer Chiefs player likens Pirates talent Nkota to Barcelona star

Football

10 months ago

Orlando Pirates teenage winger Mohau Nkota has been compared to a Barcelona superstar after his recent awesome performance against AmaZulu FC in the PSL.

Mngqithi explains why Sundowns lost to Polokwane, points out 2 players' flaws

Football

10 months ago

Manqoba Mngqithi explains why Mamelodi Sundowns lost against Polokwane City in the Premier Soccer League on Sunday afternoon at the Old Peter Mokaba Stadium.

Sundowns legend picks Kaizer Chiefs star who can break into Bafana squad

Football

10 months ago

A Mamelodi Sundowns legend has mentioned the Kaizer Chiefs player who has the talent to break into the South African men's national team's setup.

Reason Williams stands a chance of winning Yashin trophy at Ballon d'Or awards

Football

10 months ago

Bafana Bafana shot-stopper Ronwen Williams has been told why he stands a good chance of winning the Yashin Trophy at the 2024 Ballon d'Or award ceremony.

SAFA president gives update on VAR implementation in PSL

Football

10 months ago

The South African Football Association president Danny Jordaan has provided an update on introducing the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) in the Premier Soccer League.

Broos provides update on Bafana Bafana star's injury ahead Congo's tie

Football

10 months ago

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has provided an injury update on one of his players ahead of South Africa's return leg fixture against Congo in Brazzaville.

Congo vs South Africa: Preview, H2H, lineups, time, where to watch

Football

10 months ago

The Bafana Bafana of South Africa are set to face The Red Devils of Congo Brazzaville in the return leg of their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier on Tuesday.

How Orlando Pirates star was scouted for Super Eagles of Nigeria

Football

10 months ago

Super Eagles interim head coach Augustine Eguavoen has explained how Orlando Pirates defender Olisa Ndah was scouted for the Super Eagles of Nigeria.

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