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.

1419 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Shauwn Mkhize unveils new look for Mbabane Highlanders, honouring son Andile Mpisane

Football

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Stanley Nwabali leads list of goalkeepers Kaizer Chiefs should target this transfer window

Football

a month ago

Kaizer Chiefs struggle to show progress after last season’s disappointing run

Football

a month ago

Percy Tau, 2 other free agents Kaizer Chiefs can sign this summer

Football

a month ago

Why the start of 2025-26 Season might be tough for Mamelodi Sundowns

Football

a month ago

PSL club that should snap up Percy Tau following Kaizer Chiefs’ rejection

Football

a month ago

Pirates might have made a mistake letting Nkota and 2 others leave this summer

Football

a month ago

Orlando Pirates have sold some of the stars this season as the shake up their squad by bringing in new players this summer ahead of the 2025-26 campaign.

Pitso Mosimane's son poised to leave Kaizer Chiefs for major European move

Football

a month ago

Pitso Mosimane's son, Reatlegile Mosimane, is reportedly set to leave PSL giants Kaizer Chiefs for a blockbuster move to a European club this summer.

Ex-Kaizer Chiefs coach on Pirates new signing: “I wouldn’t have signed Mbule for Amakhosi”

Football

a month ago

Former Kaizer Chiefs head coach Cavin Johnson has explained why he wouldn't have signed Sipho Mbule for Amakhosi after the midfielder joined Orlando Pirates.

Abdeslam Ouaddou Hails Pirates Youngster After Performance Against Pafos FC

Football

a month ago

Moroccan coach Abdeslam Ouaddou praises the impressive performance of an Orlando Pirates youngster following their standout display against Pafos FC.

Nkota shares heartfelt goodbye to Pirates before joining Saudi club: "I’m filled with mixed emotions"

Football

a month ago

South African youngster Mohau Nkota shares a heartfelt farewell message to Orlando Pirates as he finalises his transfer to a new club in Saudi Arabia.

Ex-Kaizer Chiefs star comments on Saleng’s loan move to Orbit College from Pirates

Football

a month ago

Former Kaizer Chiefs defender Morgan Gould shares his views on the controversy surrounding Monnapule Saleng’s loan move from Orlando Pirates to Orbit College.

Appollis & Mofokeng open up about on their newfound Pirates combination

Football

a month ago

Orlando Pirates stars Oswin Appollis and Relebohile Mofokeng share insights on their developing on-field chemistry after their performance against Pafos FC.

Willie le Roux celebrates major Springboks milestone, Rachel Kolisi and others react

Rugby

a month ago

Springboks star Willie le Roux celebrates a major career milestone in style, with heartfelt reactions from Rachel Kolisi and other notable figures.

Harambee Stars coach Benni McCarthy opens up on being betrayed by PSL club

Football

a month ago

Harambee Stars coach Benni McCarthy has spoken out about his departure from a Premier Soccer League side, explaining he felt betrayed by someone within the club.

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