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.

2524 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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McCarthy reveals clash with Motaung pushed him toward Orlando Pirates move

Sports

2 months ago

Ex-Manchester United coach reveals solution to Kaizer Chiefs’ struggles

Football

2 months ago

Sundowns take big step toward CAF Champions League semi-finals with win over Stade Malien

Football

2 months ago

Botha bids emotional farewell to South Africans after moving to the United States

Rugby

2 months ago

Feinberg-Mngomezulu on matches he can’t wait for, reveals Springbok he compares to Ronaldo

Rugby

2 months ago

Miguel Cardoso criticises PSL over how Mamelodi Sundowns are treated

Football

2 months ago

Cedric Kaze responds to former Kaizer Chiefs coach and hints at leaving the club

Football

2 months ago

Cedric Kaze has responded to criticism from a former Kaizer Chiefs coach Ernst Middendorp while hinting at a possible exit at the end of the ongoing season.

Kaizer Chiefs suffer setback with 2 key players out of Durban City clash

Football

2 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs have been dealt a blow ahead of their Betway Premiership clash with Durban City after two of their key players were ruled out of the contest.

Kaizer Chiefs reveal why they reported protesting fans to police

Football

2 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs have explained why the club reported certain supporters to police following protests from fans over the team’s recent poor results.

Springboks star Eben Etzebeth set for comeback as suspension ends in few days

Rugby

2 months ago

Springboks star Eben Etzebeth is closing in on a comeback after serving a lengthy suspension for foul play, with his possible return date now becoming clearer.

Iran deliver final stance on 2026 World Cup amid escalating conflict with US and Israel

Football

2 months ago

Iran national football team has delivered its final decision on participating in the 2026 World Cup amid rising tensions involving the United States and Israel.

Springboks legend departs South Africa for the United States

Rugby

2 months ago

Springboks legend Naas Botha has departed South Africa for the United States of America, starting a fresh journey after his successful rugby career.

Tributes pour in as South African rugby legend dies in Gqeberha

Rugby

2 months ago

Tributes are pouring in after a South African rugby legend died in Gqeberha aged 70, marking the loss of a respected figure who made a major impact on the game.

Andile Jali shares the story behind his first major football earnings

Football

2 months ago

Former Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Andile Jali shares a heartfelt story about his first big earnings in football and what he did with the money.

Kaizer Chiefs hold talks with ex-coach over possible Kaze and Ben Youssef replacements

Football

2 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs have reportedly opened talks with their former coach as the club considers potential replacements for Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef.

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