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@briefly.co.za.

2922 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Ex-EPL star hails McCarthy for reigniting Kenyan football despite Harambee Stars' CHAN exit

Football

11 months ago

Cardoso gives updates on Sundowns’ Bafana star as transfer talks heat up

Football

11 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs striker earns maiden call-up ahead of FIFA World Cup Qualifiers

Football

11 months ago

Steve Barker warns: "Don’t let controversy decide the MTN8 final against Pirates"

Football

11 months ago

Top Kaizer Chiefs stars who can secure victory over Mamelodi Sundowns

Football

11 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs Chances of Beating Mamelodi Sundowns in Their Next Betway Premiership Game

Football

11 months ago

Sundowns under the spotlight: Off-field issues and performance so far this season

Football

11 months ago

A deep dive into Mamelodi Sundowns’ 2025 campaign, analysing their form, results, and the off-field controversies impacting Premier Soccer League giants.

Springboks star ruled out of All Black Tests after testing positive for banned substance

Rugby

11 months ago

Springbok prop Asenathi Ntlabakanye has been ruled out of the All Blacks Tests after testing positive for a banned substance, according to SA Rugby.

Cardoso denies off-field distractions are affecting Sundowns' start

Football

11 months ago

Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso denies that off-field issues are impacting the team’s performance at the start of the 2025/26 season.

Former Orlando Pirates ace dumps PSL side for Mamelodi Sundowns this summer

Football

11 months ago

A former Orlando Pirates star has completed a move to Mamelodi Sundowns after parting ways with his previous Premier Soccer League club this summer.

Rassie Erasmus praises Springboks star after crucial win over Australia

Rugby

11 months ago

Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus praises a standout player following South Africa’s crucial Rugby Championship victory over Australia, highlighting his key impact.

Abdeslam Ouaddou sets clear goal for Pirates after Sundowns victory

Football

11 months ago

Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou sets a clear objective for his team following their victory over Mamelodi Sundowns in the MTN8 semi-final.

Why Patrick Maswanganyi was subbed off in the first half against Sundowns — Ouaddou Explains

Football

11 months ago

Abdeslam Ouaddou explains the reason behind Patrick Maswanganyi’s early substitution during the match against Mamelodi Sundowns at the Lucas Moripe Stadium.

Pirates boss Dr Irvin Khoza responds to talks about owning the PSL

Football

11 months ago

Orlando Pirates chairman Dr Irvin Khoza responds to rumours and clarifies misconceptions regarding his alleged ownership of the Premier Soccer League.

Court rules against Pitso Mosimane in R7.9 million dispute with Sundowns

Football

11 months ago

South African tactician Pitso Mosimane has lost a R7.9 million legal battle against former club Mamelodi Sundowns after the court ruled against his claim.

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