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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Benni McCarthy names Soweto-based club he was close to joining

Football

a year ago

Nasreddine Nabi sends message to Kaizer Chiefs players after losing to Polokwane City

Football

a year ago

Changes Nabi needs to make in Kaizer Chiefs' starting line up after Polokwane's loss

Football

a year ago

PSL: 3 players to blame for Kaizer Chiefs loss to Polokwane

Football

a year ago

Real Madrid: Who’s to blame for constant injuries at La Liga giants

Football

a year ago

2 Players who deserve to start in Kaizer Chiefs' next game

Football

a year ago

Nabi distanced himself from Mourinho comparison after Kaizer Chiefs' loss to Polokwane

Football

a year ago

Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi has distance himself of being compared to Jose Mourinho after Amakhosi's loss against Polokwane City in the PSL.

McCarthy opens up on missing out on Orlando Pirates' coaching job

Football

a year ago

South African football legend Benni McCarthy has opened up on missing out on Orlando Pirates coaching job during his time with AmaZulu FC in the PSL.

Bafana Bafana legend explains why he didn't get Kaizer Chiefs job ahead of Nabi

Football

a year ago

A South African tactician has opened up on being snubbed by Kaizer Chiefs when they were looking for a new coach before they opted for Nasreddine Nabi.

CAFCL: Kaizer Chiefs legend questions Sundowns style of play against AS FAR

Football

a year ago

A Kaizer Chiefs legend has questioned Mamelodi Sundowns style of play during their 1-1 draw against AS FAR Rabat in the CAF Champions League on Saturday.

Nasreddine Nabi explains why Kaizer Chiefs lost to Appollis' Polokwane City

Football

a year ago

Kaizer Chiefs manager Nasreddine Nabi has explained why the Glamour Boys lost to Polokwane City in the Premier Soccer League on Sunday afternoon.

Orlando Pirates legend comments on Buccaneers PSL title chances this season

Football

a year ago

An Orlando Pirates legend has shared his thoughts on the Soweto giants chances of winning the Premier Soccer League title this season ahead Mamelodi Sundowns.

Nabi blasts referee after poor officiating during Kaizer Chiefs' loss against Polokwane

Football

a year ago

Tunisian tactician Nasreddine Nabi has criticised the centre referee after his poor officiating during Kaizer Chiefs 2-0 loss to Polokwane City in the PSL.

Percy Tau receives heroic reception on his return to South Africa

Football

a year ago

Former Mamelodi Sundowns star Percy Tau receives heroic reception on his return to South Africa during Al Ahly tie with Orlando Pirates in the CAF Champions League.

Relebohile Mofokeng stands out once again, wins GQ Sportsperson of the Year

Football

a year ago

South African international Relebohile Mofokeng has been crowned GQ Sportsperson of the Year ahead of other top Mzansi athletes on Sunday evening.

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