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.

2628 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Orlando Pirates set to welcome back high-profile executive after year-long absence

Football

a year ago

Orlando Pirates make big decision on player due to represent SA at AFCON

Football

a year ago

Orlando Pirates’ coaching drama takes an unexpected turn amid links with Mosimane

Football

a year ago

UFC 317: Dricus du Plessis hits back at Chimaev's disrespectful reaction to his injury news

Sports

a year ago

Rachel Kolisi reacts as Kolbe celebrates Easter with wife & kids, flaunts his R1.6m Mercedes Benz

Football

a year ago

Cheslin Kolbe celebrates Easter with wife and kids, flaunts his R1.6m Mercedes-Benz

Rugby

a year ago

Khune slams Kaizer Chiefs goalkeepers, advices former club on what to do: ‘Not Amakhosi standard’

Football

a year ago

Bafana Bafana legend Itumeleng Khune has slammed the current goalkeepers at Kaizer Chiefs for their inconsistencies and also recommends solution for his ex club.

Bafana Bafana star urges PSL players to explore 'special' European country

Football

a year ago

Bafana Bafana star Siyabonga Ngezana has encouraged Premier Soccer League (PSL) players to consider signing for European clubs in the Romanian League.

CAFCL: Mofokeng, 2 others who could make difference for Pirates against Pyramids

Football

a year ago

Orlando Pirates will face Pyramids FC in the second leg of the CAF Champions League semi-finals after the first leg ended in a goalless draw in South Africa.

CAF CL semis: 3 Sundowns stars who deserve to start against Al Ahly in Cairo

Football

a year ago

Mamelodi Sundowns are condemned to defeating Al Ahly in the return leg of the CAF Champions League in Cairo with some players outlined to make the starting lineup.

Why Pirates are better placed than Sundowns to qualify for CAF Champions League final

Football

a year ago

Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns are both gunning for a place in the CAF Champions League final but the Buccaneers are tipped to be in a stronger position.

CAFCL: Pirates, Sundowns clash with Egyptian sides show why VAR is needed in PSL

Football

a year ago

Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns were both held to a goalless draw by Egyptian sides in their first legs of the CAF Champions League semi-final.

CAFCL semi-final: How Sundowns can get a win against Al Ahly in Cairo

Football

a year ago

Mamelodi Sundowns will travel to Cairo this weekend to face Al Ahly in the second leg of the CAF Champions League semi-final with a place in the final up for grabs.

Pirates legend gives Stanley Nwabali transfer advice amid links with Kaizer Chiefs

Football

a year ago

An Orlando Pirates legend has offered a transfer advice to Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali amid links with Premier Soccer League giants Kaizer Chiefs.

CAFCL semis: Pyramids coach blasts VAR after two goals were ruled out against Pirates

Football

a year ago

Pyramids FC head coach Krunoslav Jurcic has slammed the VAR after his team's two goals against Orlando Pirates in the CAF Champions League semis were disallowed.

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