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@sportsbrief.com.

2192 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Mosimane signals interest in Bafana Bafana job, unveils coaching ambitions

Football

3 months ago

Mokoena salutes Tau, Broos, ex-Chiefs coach after earning 50 caps with Bafana

Football

3 months ago

SA players make cut for 2025 CAF Awards final nominations

Football

3 months ago

Broos explans why one friendly match is sufficient before AFCON

Football

3 months ago

Former Kaizer Chiefs star hails Mbule for proving doubters wrong

Football

3 months ago

Bafana coach Hugo Broos hails Sundowns star on reaching new national team milestone

Football

3 months ago

Bafana coach Hugo Broos wants Zwane and Mbule in his AFCON squad

Football

3 months ago

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos is hopeful that key players Themba Zwane and Sipho Mbule will be available for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations.

Bafana legend pleads for technical stability as SA prepare for World Cup

Football

3 months ago

Roger De Sá has urged SAFA to avoid interfering with Bafana Bafana’s technical team as the national side prepares for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Springboks draft fresh reinforcements ahead of crucial Ireland Test

Rugby

3 months ago

The Springboks have strengthened their squad ahead of the upcoming Test against Ireland, with new players officially called up as reinforcements.

Sipho Mbule unveils Hugo Broos’ message to Bafana Bafana ahead of Zambia showdown

Football

3 months ago

Bafana Bafana midfielder Sipho Mbule has opened up on the message coach Hugo Broos shared with the team ahead of their crucial clash against Zambia.

Siya Kolisi hails Springboks’ fighting spirit after early red card in win over Italy

Rugby

3 months ago

Siya Kolisi praised the Springboks’ resilience and fighting spirit after their hard-earned victory over Italy, despite playing most of the match with 14 men.

Erasmus shares emotional reason behind mixed feelings after Springboks' win over Italy

Rugby

3 months ago

Rassie Erasmus explained why South Africa’s victory over Italy left him with mixed emotions, opening up on the difficult decisions and player disappointments.

Rassie Erasmus Explains Siya Kolisi’s Substitution Against Italy, Making It Second Game in a Row

Rugby

3 months ago

Rassie Erasmus has explained why Siya Kolisi was substituted again during the Springboks’ win over Italy, marking the second consecutive he was bneen was taken off.

Springboks bolster squad: Rassie Erasmus confirms decision to call-up two new players

Rugby

3 months ago

Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus has confirmed his decision to call-up of two new players to strengthen South Africa's squad ahead of upcoming fixtures.

Kaizer Chiefs legend speaks out on Hugo Broos’ decision to snub Thembinkosi Lorch

Football

3 months ago

Doctor Khumalo has reacted to Hugo Broos’ decision to exclude Thembinkosi Lorch from Bafana Bafana squad, sharing his thoughts on the controversial omission.

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