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.

2530 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Former Springboks head coach set to land a new job overseas

Rugby

2 months ago

Erasmus names over 10 uncapped stars in first Springboks alignment camp squad

Rugby

2 months ago

Orlando Pirates sweating over key player ahead of Soweto Derby

Football

2 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs coach apologises to fans after defeat to Stellenbosch FC

Football

2 months ago

Sundowns climb to Summit of Betway Premiership with Victory Over AmaZulu

Football

3 months ago

Stellenbosch complete comeback victory over Kaizer Chiefs in Betway Premiership

Football

3 months ago

Rugby legend dies at 82, family confirms as fans mourn

Rugby

3 months ago

Rugby legend James Parsons dies at 82. The former international star, celebrated for his skill and dedication, is mourned by family, fans, and the rugby community.

Ex-All Blacks star in line for shock Springboks call-up ahead of 2027 World Cup

Rugby

3 months ago

A former All Blacks player has become eligible for Springboks selection ahead of the 2027 Rugby World Cup, opening the door for a potential international switch.

TS Galaxy coach states Mamelodi Sundowns decision that surprises him

Football

3 months ago

TS Galaxy head coach Adnan Beganović expressed surprise at Mamelodi Sundowns making ten lineup changes in their Nedbank Cup clash over the weekend.

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Who’s now favourite to win the Nedbank Cup after Chiefs, Pirates, and Sundowns bow out?

Football

3 months ago

New favourites have been named after the three Premier Soccer League giants, Kaizer Chiefs, Mamelodi Sundowns, and Orlando Pirates are all out of the Nedbank Cup.

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Pirates and Sundowns’ Nedbank Cup exits reveal one major truth

Football

3 months ago

Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns have both crashed out of the Nedbank Cup after losing to Casric Stars and TS Galaxy, respectively this weekend.

How Sundowns secured Bafana Bafana star, leaving Kaizer Chiefs behind

Football

3 months ago

Football agent explained how Mamelodi Sundowns successfully secured the signing of a Bafana Bafana star, beating Kaizer Chiefs to the coveted player.

How losing his dad inspired ex-Chiefs player to succeed and gift his mum a house

Football

3 months ago

A former Kaizer Chiefs player has shared how the loss of his father profoundly shaped his football career and was able to buy a house for his mother.

Springboks hopeful slams Cape Town rental agents over alleged ‘scam’

Rugby

3 months ago

A Springboks hopeful has criticised Cape Town rental agents over an alleged scam, raising concerns about dishonest practices in the city’s property market.

Chiefs’ ‘Lionel Messi’ overlooked by Kaze and Ben Youssef, drawing heavy criticism

Football

3 months ago

Cedric Kaze and Ben Youssef have come under heavy criticism for reportedly overlooking a Kaizer Chiefs player widely regarded as the team’s “Lionel Messi.”

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