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.

2640 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Late Joost van der Westhuizen’s son marks 21st birthday, SA celebrates him

Rugby

a year ago

CAFCL: Cardoso fumes after Sundowns conceded 'stupid' goal against AS FAR Rabat

Football

a year ago

Why Amorim was right to call his team the worst set in Manchester United history

Football

a year ago

Adams joins Sundowns: Kaizer Chiefs board not doing enough to help Nasreddine Nabi

Football

a year ago

Pirates sent big statement in CAF Champions League with win over Al Ahly in Cairo

Football

a year ago

2 clubs Orlando Pirates must avoid in the CAF Champions League quarter finals

Football

a year ago

Mofokeng, two other PSL stars who stood out in CAF Champions League group stage

Football

a year ago

The CAF Champions League group stage is done and dusted with Pirates and Sundowns qualifying for the next round, while some of their players standing out.

Jayden Adams sends heartfelt message to Stellenbosch FC after completing Sundowns move

Football

a year ago

South African international Jayden Adams has expressed his gratitude to Stellenbosch FC after leaving the Cape Winelands side for PSL giants Mamelodi Sundowns.

Kaizer Chiefs coach hails two Amakhosi stars after win over Sekhukhune United

Football

a year ago

Kaizer Chiefs first team coach Ben Youssef Khalil has singled out two Amakhosi players for their performance against Sekhukhune United in the Betway Premiership.

PSL: Vilakazi shines as Kaizer Chiefs defeat Sekhukhune United in Durban

Football

a year ago

Kaizer Chiefs are back to winning ways in the Betway Premiership as second half substitute Mfundo Vilakazi led them to victory against Sekhukhune United in Durban.

'Proud of you': Benni McCarthy hails Manchester United star after recent form in EPL

Football

a year ago

South African coach Benni McCarthy has showered praises on a Manchester United star after recently hitting top form in the English Premier League this season.

Mofokeng reacts to Orlando Pirates' historic win over Al Ahly in CAF Champions League

Football

a year ago

Bafana Bafana star Relebohile Mofokeng has reacted to Orlando Pirates historic win over Al Ahly in the CAF Champions League fixture in Cairo on Saturday.

Mofokeng shines as Pirates defeat Al Ahly in Cairo to go unbeaten in CAFCL group stage

Football

a year ago

Relebohile Mofokeng impressed as Orlando Pirates defeat Al Ahly at the Cairo International Stadium to end the CAF Champions League group stage unbeaten.

Mamelodi Sundowns announce the signing of Bafana Bafana star from PSL rivals

Football

a year ago

Betway Premiership giants Mamelodi Sundowns have confirmed the signing of a Bafana Bafana midfielder from their Premier Soccer League rivals this January.

Mamelodi Sundowns set to announce 3 new signings including two Bafana Bafana stars

Football

a year ago

Premier Soccer League giants Mamelodi Sundowns are set to announce three new signings this January with two South African internationals included on the list.

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