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.

2937 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Orlando Pirates and Rulani Mokwena in advanced talks, but final details still pending

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a year ago

Former Orlando Pirates coach confident Thabiso Monyane will shine at Kaizer Chiefs

Football

a year ago

Cardoso explains how Springbok inspired Sundowns' 'fight' against Borussia Dortmund

Football

a year ago

Bafana Bafana legend backs Nabi amid uncertainty about his future at Kaizer Chiefs

Football

a year ago

FIFA CWC: Jobe Bellingham states why Borussia Dortmund struggled against Sundowns

Football

a year ago

Miguel Cardoso comments on Sundowns players' performance against Borussia Dortmund

Football

a year ago

FIFA Club World Cup: Dortmund coach explains why it was hard to play against Sundowns

Football

a year ago

Borussia Dortmund coach Niko Kovač explains why Mamelodi Sundowns proved a tough opponent at the FIFA Club World Cup after the Bundesliga giants' win.

Marcelo Allende: Mamelodi Sundowns star confident PSL giants can win against Fluminense

Football

a year ago

Mamelodi Sundowns star Marcelo Allende has reflected on the Brazilians' next game at the FIFA Club World Cup against Fluminense after losing to Borussia Dortmund.

What are Mamelodi Sundowns' chances of qualifying for FIFA Club World Cup round of 16

Football

a year ago

Mamelodi Sundowns face a tough road to securing a place in the FIFA Club World Cup Round of 16 after a narrow 4-3 defeat against Borussia Dortmund.

FIFA Club World Cup: Who to blame for Mamelodi Sundowns' loss against Dortmund

Football

a year ago

Mamelodi Sundowns suffered a 4-3 defeat to Borussia Dortmund at the FIFA Club World Cup. We analyse who’s to blame for the loss and mistakes made in the match.

Tshepang Moremi: PSL top side confirm Bafana Bafana star's move to Orlando Pirates

Football

a year ago

Premier Soccer League side AmaZulu FC have confirmed Tshepang Moremi move to Orlando Pirates despite interest from their city rivals Kaizer Chiefs.

FIFA CWC: Williams explains what led to mistake he made in Sundowns' loss to Dortmund

Football

a year ago

Mamelodi Sundowns goalkeeper Ronwen Williams explains the defensive error that led to a goal in their 4-3 loss to Borussia Dortmund at the FIFA Club World Cup.

Sundowns suffer first FIFA Club World Cup defeat in 7-goal thriller against Dortmund

Football

a year ago

Mamelodi Sundowns suffered their first defeat at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, losing 4-3 in a thrilling match against German giants Borussia Dortmund.

Phumlani Msibi: Legendary South African sports commentator passes on at 57, Mzansi mourns

Football

a year ago

Renowned South African sports commentator Phumlani Msibi has passed away at the age of 57, leaving Mzansi mourning the loss of a true broadcasting legend.

Farouk Khan: Former Kaizer Chiefs coach blasts Amakhosi for signing two Pirates stars

Football

a year ago

Former Kaizer Chiefs coach Farouk Khan has questioned the club’s decision to sign two Orlando Pirates players, raising concerns about their transfer strategy.

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