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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Rulani Mokwena opens up on his future at Wydad AC after 4-1 loss

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Al Ahly told not to let Percy Tau leave amid links with Kaizer Chiefs

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Pitso Mosimane laments about major problems he's facing at Esteghlal FC

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English manager provides new update on Lyle Foster's fitness after his return

English coach Scott Parker has provided a new update about Bafana Bafana star Lyle Foster's fitness after returning to the pitch in Burnley vs Sheffield United.

Cardoso states what Sundowns job forced him to do for the first time

Portuguese manager Miguel Cardoso has stated what Mamelodi Sundowns coaching job has forced him to do for the first time in his managerial career.

Rulani Mokwena names who's to blame for Wydad's 4-1 thrashing against MAS de Fez

Former Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Rulani Mokwena has named who to blame for Wydad Athletic Club's 4-1 thrashing against MAS de Fez in the Moroccan league.

Jose Riviero explains why Orlando Pirates were 'poor' despite defeating Magesi FC

Spanish tactician Jose Riveiro has explained why Orlando Pirates had a poor performance in the 1-0 win over Magesi FC in the Betway Premiership on Sunday afternoon.

Transfer: Alexander-Arnold made right decision of wanting to dump Liverpool for Real Madrid

English defender Trent Alexander-Arnold is set to leave Liverpool for Spanish La Liga giants Real Madrid on a free transfer in the next summer transfer window.

Favourite team to win Betway Premiership this season between Sundowns, Pirates

Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates have started the season well in the Betway Premiership, and it's looking like a two-horse race between both sides in PSL.

Mamelodi Sundowns made right decision to replace Manqoba Mngqithi with Miguel Cardoso

Mamelodi Sundowns have been impressive since the club board decided to replace Manqoba Mngqithi with Miguel Cardoso after a poor start under the Mzansi coach.

PSL: 3 things Pirates must do to dethrone Sundowns in Betway Premiership this season

Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates are going head to head in the Betway Premiership as their good start this season shows why they early favourites.

Miguel Cardoso explains why Sundowns win against Richards Bay was difficult

Portuguese tactician Miguel Cardoso has explained why Mamelodi Sundowns victory over Richards Bays in the Betway Premiership was a difficult match.

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