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.

2867 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Bafana Bafana star completes Kaizer Chiefs exit ahead of new season

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Bafana Bafana receive positive news before crucial World Cup tie vs Mexico

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a month ago

PSL: 2 Kaizer Chiefs transfer targets among players leaving Pirates ahead of new season

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Amakhosi advised to sign ex-Mamelodi Sundowns star for free

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Why Broos’ concerns over Bafana are justified ahead of Mexico clash

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Mofokeng and 3 PSL stars who deserve to start for Bafana against Mexico

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a month ago

Kaizer Chiefs placed on alert as ex-Sundowns star becomes available on free transfer

Football

a month ago

Kaizer Chiefs could have a new transfer target after a ex-Mamelodi Sundowns star became a free agent, making him available ahead of the upcoming transfer window.

What Bafana must expect vs Mexico: warning issued ahead of World Cup opener

Football

a month ago

Hugo Broos and Bafana Bafana have been warned about the challenge they are expected to face against Mexico in their 2026 FIFA World Cup opener on Thursday.

Bafana Bafana’s potential World Cup 2026 earnings revealed

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a month ago

Bafana Bafana are aiming for a significant financial boost at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with potential prize money earnings increasing based on their progress.

Erasmus reveals reasoning behind Springbok recalls and expanded squad selection

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a month ago

Rassie Erasmus has explained his decision to recall several overlooked players and select an expanded Springboks squad for the team's first match of 2026.

Broos blasts South Africa players following failure to beat Jamaica

Football

a month ago

Hugo Broos did not hold back in his assessment of Bafana Bafana after they failed to beat Jamaica, expressing frustration with his side’s performance.

Chiefs icon defends club’s call to release former Sundowns player

Football

a month ago

A Kaizer Chiefs legend has backed the club’s decision to offload a former Mamelodi Sundowns F.C. star, defending Amakhosi’s squad restructuring approach.

Sundowns in advanced talks to sign Bafana Bafana star from European club

Football

a month ago

Mamelodi Sundowns are reportedly close to signing a Bafana Bafana star currently playing for a European club, as negotiations progress ahead of the transfer window.

McKenzie backs Amakhosi as US club mocks Kaizer Chiefs online

Football

a month ago

Gayton McKenzie has thrown his support behind Kaizer Chiefs after the club became the subject of social media trolling from a US-based football team.

Black Pirates star dies after mob attack as police reveal latest findings

Rugby

a month ago

Police have provided a fresh update on the investigation into the death of a Black Pirates player, who reportedly lost his life following an alleged mob attack.

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