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.

2646 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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PSL manager announces his resignation after losing his last game

Football

a year ago

Carling Cup: 2 Kaizer Chiefs stars impress as PSL All Stars thrash Magesi FC

Football

a year ago

Mamelodi Sundowns suspend coach, launch investigations into improper conduct with ladies

Football

a year ago

Orlando Pirates announce the death of Mofokeng, send tribute to family, friends

Football

a year ago

Kaizer Chiefs announce the passing of another club legend, send tribute to family

Football

a year ago

Carling Knockout Cup: Kaizer Chiefs star hails Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro

Football

a year ago

PSL: South African midfielder regrets not signing for Kaizer Chiefs

Football

a year ago

A South African midfielder has come out to express his regret at not joining Premier Soccer League giants Kaizer Chiefs when had the chance a few seasons ago.

Report: Orlando Pirates close to signing 2 Kaizer Chiefs targets from PSL rivals

Football

a year ago

Orlando Pirates are reportedly close to signing two Kaizer Chiefs transfer targets from a Premier Soccer League rival in the January transfer window.

Zungu explains why he joined AmaZulu amid links with Kaizer Chiefs after Sundowns exit

Football

a year ago

Former Mamelodi Sundowns star Bongani Zungu has explained why he decided to join AmaZulu FC amid transfer links with Kaizer Chiefs since leaving the Brazilians.

Why Williams was excluded from CAF's best XI despite winning goalkeeper of the year award

Football

a year ago

Mamelodi Sundowns star Ronwen Williams was excluded from the CAF team of the year despite being named the best goalkeeper in Africa for the 2023-24 season.

Egypt star blasts CAF after losing top award to Ronwen Williams

Football

a year ago

A Egyptian international has slammed the Confederation of Africa Football (CAF) after losing a big award to South African goalkeeper Ronwen Williams.

Bafana Bafana star snubs Kaizer Chiefs, joins another PSL side after Sundowns exit

Football

a year ago

A South African international has snubbed a transfer to Kaizer Chiefs while returning to the Premier Soccer League months after leaving Mamelodi Sundowns.

CAF 2024 Awards: Why Ronwen Williams was robbed of African Player of the Year award

Football

a year ago

South African goalkeeper Ronwen Williams was the biggest winner at the CAF 2024 Awards event in Morocco, but lost the Player of the Year prize to Ademola Lookman.

CAF Awards 2024: Ronwen Williams reigns supreme, win two big awards in Morocco

Football

a year ago

South African international Ronwen Williams has bagged two top prizes at the 2024 CAF Awards after amazing season with Mamelodi Sundowns and Bafana Bafana.

South African striker scores late as Kaizer Chiefs rescue a point against TS Galaxy

Football

a year ago

South African striker Ranga Chivaviro scores late as Kaizer Chiefs dropped two points against TS Galaxy in the Betway Premiership at the Mbombela Stadium.

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