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.

1113 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Kaizer Chiefs trio included as Broos announces Bafana Bafana squad for June frie...

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Ntandoyenkosi Nkosi: Kaizer Chiefs lose South African player to PSL rivals

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Dricus Du Plessis claps back after Khamzat Chimaev trolls his team with donut em...

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Themba Zwane snubs Bafana Bafana stars while naming his Player of the Season

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Stellenbosch FC name Bafana Bafana star player of the season amid Kaizer Chiefs links

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Stellenbosch FC have named a Bafana Bafana star as their Player of the Season, amid growing transfer speculation linking him with a move to Kaizer Chiefs.

Rulani Mokwena breaks silence after Wydad exit amid links with Orlando Pirates return

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Ex-Mamelodi Sundowns coach Rulani Mokwena has spoken out about his recent departure from Wydad AC amid speculation linking him with a return to Orlando Pirates.

Orlando Pirates set new PSL record with win over SuperSport in Betway Premiership

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Orlando Pirates have set a new Premier Soccer League record as they defeat SuperSport United to earn their first win since Jose Riveiro's departure.

Nasreddine Nabi begs Kaizer Chiefs fans ahead of final home game in Betway Premiership

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Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi has made a heartfelt appeal to fans to show up in numbers for the club’s final home game of the Betway Premiership season.

Rayno Nel: South African Rugby Player Wins 2025 World’s Strongest Man

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A South African rugby player made history by winning the 2025 World’s Strongest Man competition, becoming the first African to claim the prestigious title.

Pitso Mosimane: Former Sundowns coach celebrates Amajita’s U20 AFCON triumph

Football

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Former Mamelodi Sundowns coach Pitso Mosimane has praised South Africa’s U20 team, Amajita, after their historic victory at the 2025 AFCON U20 tournament in Egypt.

Top 3 PSL clubs with most players in Amajita squad that won 2025 AFCON U20 in Egypt

Football

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Premier Soccer League clubs contributed earnestly to the players that made up the Amajita's squad that won the AFCON U20, but there are top three with most players.

Top 5 best players for Amajita at just concluded AFCON U20 in Egypt

Football

4 days ago

Briefly News explore the five standout Amajita players who delivered exceptional performances at the recently concluded CAF under-20 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt.

2 Amajita stars who deserve call up into Bafana Bafana squad after AFCON U20 triumph

Football

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Two standout Amajita players who impressed at the U20 Africa Cup of Nations has been tipped to deserve a call-up to the senior Bafana Bafana squad.

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