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.

1792 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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AFCON threats: The Nations most likely to stop Bafana Bafana’s title charge

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How international break could impact Kaizer Chiefs’ form negatively when club football resumes

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Why South Africa are tipped as a top contender to win 2025 AFCON

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Patrick Mayo: Club legend explains why he’s scared for Kaizer Chiefs

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Hugo Broos critiques team performance despite Bafana Bafana win over Zambia

Football

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Mosimane signals interest in Bafana Bafana job, unveils coaching ambitions

Football

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Mokoena salutes Tau, Broos, ex-Chiefs coach after earning 50 caps with Bafana

Football

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Bafana Bafana midfielder Teboho Mokoena has reached 50 international caps and paid tribute to former Kaizer Chiefs coach Percy Tau and coach Hugo Broos.

SA players make cut for 2025 CAF Awards final nominations

Football

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South African players have been included in the final nominations for the 2025 CAF Awards, highlighting the country’s strong presence in African football this year.

Broos explans why one friendly match is sufficient before AFCON

Football

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Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has explained why he believes the national team does not need more than one friendly match to prepare for the Africa Cup of Nations

Former Kaizer Chiefs star hails Mbule for proving doubters wrong

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Former Kaizer Chiefs star Junior Khanye has praised Bafana Bafana midfielder Sipho Mbule, saying he is proving his critics wrong with his performances.

Bafana coach Hugo Broos hails Sundowns star on reaching new national team milestone

Football

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Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has praised midfielder Teboho Mokoena after the Mameodi Sundowns star reached a significant milestone with the national team.

Bafana coach Hugo Broos wants Zwane and Mbule in his AFCON squad

Football

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Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos is hopeful that key players Themba Zwane and Sipho Mbule will be available for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations.

Bafana legend pleads for technical stability as SA prepare for World Cup

Football

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Roger De Sá has urged SAFA to avoid interfering with Bafana Bafana’s technical team as the national side prepares for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup.