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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Kaizer Chiefs coach set to miss Sundowns clash after losing his mother

Football

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Kaizer Chiefs vs Sundowns: Preview, H2H, lineups, time, where to watch

Football

11 months ago

Mngqithi explains why it's difficult to face Nabi's Kaizer Chiefs

Football

11 months ago

Mokwena discloses most challenging part of his job at Mamelodi Sundowns

Football

11 months ago

Mngqithi hails Nabi, names 3 dangerous Kaizer Chiefs players ahead of PSL tie

Football

11 months ago

Williams recalls what happened when he found out he has been nominated for Ballon d'Or

Football

11 months ago

Sergio Ramos: Egyptian giants in shock negotiations to sign ex-Real Madrid star

Football

11 months ago

Former Spanish international Sergio Ramos has been linked with a surprise move to North Africa, as he reportedly enters negotiations with Egyptian giants.

Nabi calls for calm after Kaizer Chiefs' impressive performance against AmaZulu

Football

11 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi has called for calm despite the Glamour Boys impressive performance against AmaZulu FC on Wednesday evening.

Gaston Sirino scores first goal for Kaizer Chiefs against AmaZulu

Football

11 months ago

Former Mamelodi Sundowns star Gaston Sirino scored his first goal for Kaizer Chiefs during their clash with AmaZulu in the Betway Premiership on Wednesday evening.

Ex-Pirates star wants Amakhosi to focus on beating AmaZulu rather than Sundowns

Football

11 months ago

Former Orlando Pirates star has advised Kaizer Chiefs ahead of their game against AmaZulu FC in the Premier Soccer League in Durban on Wednesday evening.

PSL star devices means to score against Williams after saving his penalty

Football

11 months ago

South African goalkeeper Ronwen Williams produced a Man of the Match performance in Mamelodi Sundowns' 4-1 win over Marumo Gallants in the Betway Premiership.

AmaZulu vs Kaizer Chiefs: Preview, H2H, lineups, time, where to watch

Football

11 months ago

AmaZulu will face Kaizer Chiefs in their second match in the Premier Soccer League this season with both teams gunning for maximum points on Wednesday evening.

Percy Tau makes promises to Al Ahly fans amid links with PSL return

Football

11 months ago

South African international Percy Tau has send message across to Al Ahly supporters, as he celebrates the Red Devils 44th Egyptian Premier League title.

Sundowns hammer Marumo Gallants to move ahead of Pirates on PSL table

Football

11 months ago

Mamelodi Sundowns continue their impressive form in the Betway Premiership as they thrashed Marumo Gallants FC in their second league game on Tuesday evening.

Evidence Makgopa shines as Orlando Pirates thrash Polokwane City in PSL

Football

11 months ago

South African international Evidence Makgopa impressed in Orlando Pirates' victory over Polokwane City in the Betway Premiership on Tuesday afternoon.

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