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.

734 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Raja Casablanca vs Mamelodi Sundowns: Preview, h2h, lineups, time, where to watch

Mamelodi Sundowns are set to face Raja Casablanca in the second leg of their CAF Champions League group stage clash after winning the first leg in South Africa.

Nasreddine Nabi confirms 3 players will join Kaizer Chiefs senior team in January

Tunisian tactician Nasreddine Nabi has confirmed that three players will join Kaizer Chiefs senior side from the DStv Diski Challenge team in January.

Report: Benni McCarthy snubs PSL, lands top job months after leaving Manchester United

South African manager Benni McCarthy has reportedly snubbed the Premier Soccer League as he lands a new top job months after leaving Manchester United.

Mamelodi Sundowns dominate top 3 best South African players in 2024

PSL giants Mamelodi Sundowns have dominated the list of top three best South African players who stood out throughout the course of the year 2024.

January transfer window: Bafana Bafana stars who are still without clubs

The January transfer window is here and there are some South African internationals who are still in search of a new club since the end of last season.

3 PSL clubs that need to appoint new coaches before league resume in January

The Premier Soccer League will resume in January after the last set of matches for the 2024-25 season this year were played on Sunday, December 29, 2024.

Shalulile, 3 other PSL stars who should consider joining new clubs in January

A number of Premier Soccer League players need to consider joining new clubs after struggling to get good number of playing time in the current clubs.

Sundowns star, Bafana Bafana forward, other players Kaizer Chiefs can sign for Nabi in January

Nasreddine Nabi's Kaizer Chiefs are one of the teams in the Premier Soccer League looking to invest massively on quality players in the January transfer window.

Kaizer Chiefs told position they need to sign new quality players in January

Premier Soccer League side Kaizer Chiefs have advised by their former player about the position they need to sign new quality players in the January transfer window.

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