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.

2524 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Historic moment for Kaizer Chiefs as club reveals major announcement

Football

a month ago

CAF president admits error in AFCON 2025 ruling after Senegal title decision

Football

a month ago

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Kaizer Chiefs cautioned over potential appointment of former Sundowns coach

Football

a month ago

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Bafana Bafana players, including Mofokeng, Broos should consider starting vs Panama

Football

a month ago

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Bafana Bafana coach backed for decision to play Sundowns players against Panama

Football

a month ago

Manenzhe predicts Orlando Pirates star will win Footballer of the Season

Football

a month ago

Springboks star departs South African club for Europe

Rugby

a month ago

A Springboks star has left his South African rugby club to join a European team, marking a significant move in his career and highlighting the growing trend in SA.

Kaizer Chiefs hold discussions with former Sundowns coach ahead of next season

Football

a month ago

Kaizer Chiefs are reportedly in discussions with a former Mamelodi Sundowns coach Manqoba Mngqithi as they plan for the upcoming 2026-2027 season,

Kaizer Chiefs urged to sign ex-Mamelodi Sundowns star ahead of next season

Football

a month ago

Premier Soccer League giants Kaizer Chiefs have been advised to consider signing a former Mamelodi Sundowns forward ahead of the upcoming season.

CAF introduces major changes after AFCON 2025 final incidents involving Senegal and Morocco

Football

a month ago

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has introduced major changes following incidents involving Senegal and Morocco during the AFCON 2025 final.

Broos reveals Bafana plans for Panama clash and addresses Sundowns

Football

a month ago

Hugo Broos has outlined his plans for Bafana Bafana ahead of their clash with Panama in Cape Town, while also sending a message to Mamelodi Sundowns.

Rising rugby talent dies weeks before birthday, tributes follow

Rugby

a month ago

The rugby community worldwide is mourning the heartbreaking loss of a young and promising player who has died just weeks before his 23rd birthday.

Ex-Pirates star reveals Benni McCarthy spent R100k on booze

Football

a month ago

A former Orlando Pirates star has narrated that Benni McCarthy reportedly spent R100,000 on alcohol, sparking reactions from fans and the football community.

Former Pirates coach teams up with Jose Riveiro at new European club

Football

a month ago

The former Orlando Pirates coach has joined Jose Riveiro at his new European club, strengthening the coaching team ahead of upcoming competitions.

World Rugby raises concerns over Springboks’ injury crisis ahead of 2026 season

Rugby

a month ago

World Rugby has raised concerns over mounting injury issues within the South Africa national rugby union team, as the squad prepares for the 2026 season.

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