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.

2942 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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3 Bafana Bafana stars who deserve to start in South Africa's WCQ against Benin

Football

a year ago

Kaizer Chiefs pushing hard to sign Bafana Bafana star from PSL rivals

Football

a year ago

Kaizer Chiefs youngster rated as the best by Amakhosi goalkeeper trainer

Football

a year ago

Botswana FA apologise to former Kaizer Chiefs star over captaincy controversy

Football

a year ago

'Nigeria players will want me to beat Bafana Bafana' -Benin coach says ahead of WCQ

Football

a year ago

Football agent confirms Kaizer Chiefs' interest in Bafana Bafana star

Football

a year ago

Hugo Broos explains how Nigeria can help Bafana Bafana in World Cup qualifier

Football

a year ago

South African national team head coach Hugo Broos has explained how the Super Eagles of Nigeria can help Bafana Bafana in the World Cup qualifier.

Coach Mdaka not satisfied about Amajita’s performance despite thrashing Botswana 6-0

Football

a year ago

South Africa Under-20 coach Raymond Mdaka remained critical of his team's overall performance and application on the day, despite thrashing Botswana 6-0 on Saturday.

Benni McCarthy explains why Kenya lost to Gabon on first home game in WCQ

Football

a year ago

South African tactician Benni McCarthy has explained why the Harambee Stars of Kenya lost to Gabon on his first home match in the World Cup qualifier.

Mngqithi aims subtle dig at Orlando Pirates over their title race with Mamelodi Sundowns

Football

a year ago

Former Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Manqoba Mngqithi has aimed a stylish dig at Orlando Pirates over their ongoing title race with the Brazilians in the PSL.

Mngqithi blasts people who criticise his playing style at Mamelodi Sundowns

Football

a year ago

South African tactician Manqoba Mngqithi has slammed people who criticise his playing style during his time with Premier Soccer League giants Mamelodi Sundowns.

Mdaka speaks on uncertainty over Club Brugge's decision to release Campbell for U20 AFCON

Football

a year ago

Amajita head coach Raymond Mdaka has addressed the questions surrounding Club Brugge's decision over allowing Shandre Campbell participate in U-20 AFCON.

Former PSL star explains challenge South African players face in the US MLS

Football

a year ago

A former Premier Soccer League star has explained the challenges South African players face in the United States of America's Major Soccer League.

Benin coach discloses why he's worried ahead of facing Bafana Bafana in WCQ

Football

a year ago

The Benin Republic head coach Gernot Rohr has explained why he is worried ahead of the Cheetahs' World Cup qualifying match against Bafana Bafana on Tuesday.

McCarthy scores as Kaizer Chiefs did double over Pirates in DDC Soweto derby

Football

a year ago

Kaizer Chiefs have completed the season double over Orlando Pirates in the DStv Diski Challenge's Soweto derby with Aiden McCarthy being on the scoresheet.

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