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.

2867 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Orlando Pirates in mourning after former coach's passing, the Bucs fans left devastated

Football

28 days ago

Bafana Bafana camp exit fuels talk of Orlando Pirates star's European move

Football

29 days ago

Rugby world mourns as youngster dies unexpectedly days after his birthday

Rugby

29 days ago

Erasmus reveals rugby star who wanted to play for the SA before choosing England

Rugby

29 days ago

European giants join race for Orlando Pirates star Oswin Appollis

Football

29 days ago

Bafana Bafana star seals European move after 2026 FIFA World Cup exit

Football

29 days ago

Broos explains Bafana Bafana's World Cup defeat to Canada

Football

a month ago

Hugo Broos has explained why Bafana Bafana were knocked out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup by Canada despite producing the better overall performance.

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Sipho Mbule's move to Iraqi club comes under scrutiny after Orlando Pirates exit

Football

a month ago

Former Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Sipho Mbule has been warned that joining an Iraqi club after leaving Orlando Pirates may not have been the right career move.

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World Cup 2026: How Canada ended Bafana Bafana's World Cup dream

Football

a month ago

Bafana Bafana's 2026 FIFA World Cup journey ended with a Round of 32 defeat to Canada. Here are the key reasons behind South Africa's loss in the US.

World Cup 2026: Broos makes history even as Bafana Bafana lose to Canada

Football

a month ago

South African national team coach Hugo Broos reached a new Bafana Bafana milestone despite their defeat to Canada in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32.

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Kaizer Chiefs backed to make bold move for Mamelodi Sundowns player

Football

a month ago

Kaizer Chiefs have been urged to consider signing a Mamelodi Sundowns star ahead of the new season in the Premier Soccer League and the CAF Confederation Cup.

Foreign club makes big-money move for Mamelodi Sundowns star

Football

a month ago

A foreign club has reportedly made a lucrative offer for a Mamelodi Sundowns star, raising speculation over a possible move away from the Premier Soccer League.

Sipho Mbule breaks silence after leaving Orlando Pirates for overseas move

Football

a month ago

Former Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Sipho Mbule has spoken for the first time after leaving Orlando Pirates to join a new club abroad ahead of next season.

Drake stakes huge sum of money on Canada to defeat Bafana Bafana

Football

a month ago

Drake has placed a massive bet on Canada to defeat Bafana Bafana in their World Cup Round of 32 tie. Find out how much the rapper staked and the potential payout.

Canada coach reveals latest on Bayern Munich star before Bafana Bafana showdown

Sports

a month ago

Canada have provided the latest update on the availability of their Bayern Munich star ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 clash with Bafana Bafana.

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