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.

2632 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Orlando Pirates held by 10 men Stellenbosch in Betway Premiership

Football

a year ago

Rulani Mokwena explains why he's observing Ramadan fasting despite being a Christian

Football

a year ago

Angry Rulani Mokwena slams Wydad AC fans over lack of support in their last match

Football

a year ago

Pitso Mosimane's son who plays for Kaizer Chiefs marks 14th birthday, SA celebrates him

Football

a year ago

Inacio Miguel, 5 other players with most goals in Nedbank Cup so far this season

Football

a year ago

3 best players in Nedbank Cup so far as Pirates, Kaizer Chiefs cruise into semis

Football

a year ago

Orlando Pirates are on course to set new record in Nedbank Cup this season

Football

a year ago

Orlando Pirates are one of the teams through to the next round of the Nedbank Cup and they could set a new record if they go on to defend the title this season.

Why referee was wrong to award Kaizer Chiefs' second goal against Stellenbosch

Football

a year ago

Referee in charge of Kaizer Chiefs and Stellenbosch FC clash in the Nedbank Cup, Sikhumbuso Gasa, has been told why he was wrong to award Amakhosi's second goal.

Ex-Chelsea midfielder reacts after Foster ended his goal drought against Luton Town

Football

a year ago

Former Chelsea star and Burnley coach Scott Parker has reacted to Lyle Foster's goal against Luton Town in the EFL Championship over the weekend at the Turf Moor.

Ex-Kaizer Chiefs star blasts ref after Amakhosi's controversial win over Stellenbosch

Football

a year ago

A former Kaizer Chiefs star has slammed the referee in charge of Amakhosi's controversial win over Stellenbosch FC in the Nedbank Cup this weekend.

Riveiro hails Bafana Bafana star after Pirates' win over SuperSport United

Football

a year ago

Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro has singled out a Bafana Bafana star for praise after the Soweto giants' victory over SuperSport United in the Nedbank Cup.

Nabi explains why he was disappointed despite Kaizer Chiefs' win over Stellenbosch

Football

a year ago

Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi has shared his thoughts on Amakhosi's win over Stellenbosch in the Nedbank Cup, stating his only disappointment in he match.

Barker furious over referee's decision regarding Kaizer Chiefs' late controversial goal

Football

a year ago

Stellenbosch FC head coach Steve Barker has commented on referee's decision to award Kaizer Chiefs' late controversial goal during their Nedbank Cup clash.

Stellenbosch react to referee's decision over Kaizer Chiefs' late controversial goal

Football

a year ago

Stellenbosch FC have reacted to the referee's decision to give Kaizer Chiefs a goal that was initially ruled out by the linesman during their Nedbank Cup tie.

Late goals from Kaizer Chiefs seal Nedbank semi final spot for Nasreddine Nabi's side

Football

a year ago

Kaizer Chiefs are through to the semi-final of the Nedbank Cup after injury time goals gave them the deserving win against Stellenbosch FC in the quarter-final.

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