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.

1415 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Explained: Bafana Bafana's FIFA Ranking stagnation despite unbeaten run

Football

a month ago

Why Kaizer Chiefs pulled out of the race to sign ex-Sundowns star this summer: 'Not the right player'

Football

a month ago

Mzansi coach disgraced and deported to South Africa from US after sex crime conviction

Sports

a month ago

South African wonderkid secures 7-year deal with European club

Football

a month ago

Cheslin Kolbe spotted in Jozi with his children, shows off a R2.3 million luxury car

Rugby

a month ago

Jesse Kriel flaunts R2.1m car after taking over as Springboks captain in Kolisi’s absence

Rugby

a month ago

Sundowns shake up squad with more departures after Coetzee and Maboe's exit

Football

a month ago

Premier Soccer League giants Mamelodi Sundowns have confirm additional player departures following the exits of Rivaldo Coetzee and Lebohang Maboe.

WAFCON 2024: Banyana Banyana vs Ghana - Preview, h2h, lineups, time, where to watch

Football

a month ago

Some details about Banyana Banyana and Ghana clash, including match preview, head-to-head stats, predicted lineups, kick-off time, and where to watch live.

Orlando Pirates vs Kaizer Chiefs: Why the Buccaneers are now the bigger club

Football

a month ago

Orlando Pirates have emerged as the dominant force in South African football, surpassing Kaizer Chiefs in recent years through several metrics being considered.

WAFCON 2024: Why Banyana Banyana could face a tough task retaining their title in Morocco

Football

a month ago

Banyana Banyana face several challenges ahead of WAFCON 2024 in Morocco, raising concerns about their ability to retain the title they won in 2022.

Appollis and 3 other players linked with Kaizer Chiefs who joined Pirates this summer

Football

a month ago

Premier Soccer League giants Orlando Pirates have signed Oswin Appollis and three other players who were on Kaizer Chiefs’ radar during the summer transfer window.

Ex-Kaizer Chiefs manager makes big statement about Sundowns not needing coach to win

Football

a month ago

A former Kaizer Chiefs coach has claimed Mamelodi Sundowns are so dominant in the PSL that they don't even need a manager on the touchline to win matches.

Mbule urged to quit drinking & stay focused after joining Pirates: 'He should take a break from drinking'

Football

a month ago

Sipho Mbule has been advised to stay disciplined and take a break from alcohol to focus on his football, following his move to Orlando Pirates from Sundowns.

South Africa defender open up on Kaizer Chiefs trial after joining European club

Football

a month ago

South African right-back Mhleli Mabuza shares his experience during a brief trial at Kaizer Chiefs, following his recent move to Portuguese side Amora FC.

Bafana Bafana star publicly expresses desire to rejoin Mamelodi Sundowns

Football

a month ago

A Bafana Bafana star has publicly expressed his desire to rejoin Mamelodi Sundowns, sending a clear 'come get me' message to the Betway Premiership champions.

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