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.

1519 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Paris 2024: All venues set to host events at the Olympic games

Sports

a year ago

Euro 2024: Spanish duo face UEFA ban, hit with charges after victory over England

Football

a year ago

Kaizer Chiefs: Nasreddine Nabi's side interested in Bafana Bafana star based in Europe

Football

a year ago

Lyle Foster: 3 strikers who can replace Bafana star at Burnley amid links with UCL teams

Football

a year ago

Kabelo Dlamini: 2 Spanish clubs interested in Pirates star amid links with Raja

Football

a year ago

Khuliso Mudau: Sundowns Star Told to Reject Rulani Mokwena’s Wydad for EPL Move

Football

a year ago

Leny Yoro: French defender discloses his close friend since joining Manchester United

Football

a year ago

Manchester United new signing Leny Yoro has disclosed his close friend at the club since joining English Premier League giants from Lille a few days ago.

Manchester City reportedly eyeing Eagles star as replacement for Kevin De Bruyne

Football

a year ago

Manchester City are reportedly eyeing a move for Eagles star as a possible replacement for Kevin de Bruyne amid links with Saudi Pro League side.

Siphiwe Tshabalala meets Peter Drury 14 years after World Cup epic commentary

Football

a year ago

Former South African international Siphiwe Tshabalala has finally met Peter Drury for the first time since the epic commentary for his goal at the 2010 World Cup.

Royal AM's Shauwn Mkhize Celebrates Granddaughter in Matching Gucci, Fans React

Football

a year ago

Royal AM president Shauwn Mkhize has taken time out to celebrate one of her granddaughters' birthday on social media with Netizens joining the celebration.

Pitso Mosimane speaks on Orlando Pirates' win over Sevilla in Spain, explains it's importance

Football

a year ago

Former Mamelodi Sundowns coach Pitso Mosimane has dropped his views on Orlando Pirates' win over European giants Sevilla in Spain on Monday, July 15.

Pitso Mosimane questions Sundowns, Pirates, & Chiefs for holding training camp in Europe

Football

a year ago

South African manager Pitso Mosimane has shared his thoughts on Mamelodi Sundowns, Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates holding their pre-season in Europe.

Kaizer Chiefs star and 3 players who can replace Bongani Zungu at Mamelodi Sundowns

Football

a year ago

Mamelodi Sundowns are in the transfer market seeking for a new midfielder who could replace Bongani Zungu at the club before the new season kicks off.

Kaizer Chiefs star scores four goals as Nasreddine Nabi's side thrash Al Shahaniya in Turkey

Football

a year ago

Kaizer Chiefs thrashed Qatari Stars League side Al Shahaniya SC in Nasreddine Nabi's third game in charge of Amakhosi in Turkey with a player scoring four goals.

Kaizer Chiefs: Nasreddine Nabi criticised for signing Ntwari instead of Nwabali

Football

a year ago

Kaizer Chiefs new gaffer Nasreddine Nabi has been accused of making a transfer blunder of signing goalkeeper Fiacre Ntwari instead of Stanley Nwabali.

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