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.

2647 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Mamelodi Sundowns vs Raja Casablanca: Preview, h2h, lineups, time, where to watch

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a year ago

Siya Kolisi's ex-wife Rachel reacts as Eben Etzebeth takes Anlia out on romantic date

Rugby

a year ago

In Photos: Lovely moment as Eben Etzebeth, wife Anlia, step out for romantic date

Rugby

a year ago

Nabi reportedly linked with Kaizer Chiefs exit as African giants show interest

Football

a year ago

Kaizer Chiefs mourn the death of former player, send tribute to family

Football

a year ago

Bafana Bafana star makes final nominees for 2024 CAF POTY Award

Football

a year ago

3 PSL clubs Manqoba Mngqithi can join after being sacked by Mamelodi Sundowns

Football

a year ago

South African coach Manqoba Mngqithi is seeking for a new managerial job after being sacked by Premier Soccer League giants Mamelodi Sundowns on Tuesday.

Manqoba Mngqithi explains why he is 'happy' despite brutal Mamelodi Sundowns sacking

Football

a year ago

Former Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Manqoba Mngqithi has come out to explain why he is happy despite being brutally sacked by the Premier Soccer League giants.

Mngqithi defends himself, names the only game Sundowns didn't perform well before his sacking

Football

a year ago

South African tactician Manqoba Mngqithi has defended himself as the named the only match Mamelodi Sundowns didn't perform well before he was sacked.

Another PSL top club part ways with their head coach

Football

a year ago

Another Premier Soccer League side and a South African tactician have decided to go their separate ways despite decent performance in the Betway Premiership.

Percy Tau's Al Ahly respond to reports they could sign Cristiano Ronaldo for FIFA Club World Cup

Football

a year ago

Percy Tau's club Al Ahly have responded to rumours linking former Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo to their club ahead of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.

Sundowns announce new technical team after sacking 2 coaches alongside Mngqithi

Football

a year ago

Premier Soccer League giants Mamelodi Sundowns have unveiled their new technical team after sacking Manqoba Mngqithi alongside two other coaches.

6 clubs Miguel Cardoso coached before being appointed as Sundowns new manager

Football

a year ago

Mamelodi Sundowns have confirmed the appointment of Portuguese manager Miguel Cardoso as their new coach after parting ways with Manqoba Mngqithi.

Mamelodi Sundowns chairman Motsepe explains why Manqoba Mngqithi was sacked

Football

a year ago

Mamelodi Sundowns chairman Tlhopie Motsepe has explained why South African coach Manqoba Mngqithi was sacked by the Premier Soccer League defending champions.

Former PSL Star Joins Pitso Mosimane at Iranian Club Esteghlal, fans react

Football

a year ago

A former Premier Soccer League star has teamed up with Pitso Mosimane at Iranian club Esteghlal in the Persian Gulf Pro League on a free transfer.

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