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 Sports Journalist with over nine 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.

3197 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Abdeslam Ouaddou responds to speculation over move from Orlando Pirates to Egypt

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2 months ago

Sundowns dealt transfer blow as Al Hilal hold onto Nigerian star

Football

2 months ago

Pirates told who can replace Relebohile Mofokeng after his exit

Football

2 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs applauded for shrewd move in the transfer market

Football

2 months ago

Spanish club reveals Mofokeng regret ahead of Pirates clash

Football

2 months ago

Former Kaizer Chiefs star completes move to new club days after exit

Football

2 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs told five key signings could transform them into champions

Football

2 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs have been urged to sign five key players, with the proposed transfer shortlist tipped to help Amakhosi challenge for the PSL title.

Relebohile Mofokeng's move comes with a R745k luxury car perk

Football

2 months ago

Bafana Bafana star Relebohile Mofokeng is set to receive a luxury car worth R745,000 as part of the benefits offered by his new club Royale Union Saint-Gilliose.

Former Pirates star confirms retirement from professional football

Football

2 months ago

A former Orlando Pirates star has announced his retirement from professional football after leaving his Premier Soccer League club ahead of the new season.

Kaizer Chiefs mourn Jayden Adams before Mamelodi Sundowns star's memorial service

Football

2 months ago

Premoer Soccer League giants Kaizer Chiefs have paid tribute to the late Jayden Adams ahead of the Mamelodi Sundowns and Bafana Bafana star's memorial service.

Kaizer Chiefs step up pursuit of South African forward with improved offer

Football

2 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs have increased their offer to sign a South African forward from a fellow PSL club as they step up efforts to complete the transfer.

Pirates star completes move to PSL rivals ahead of new season

Football

2 months ago

An Orlando Pirates star has completed a move to a fellow Premier Soccer League club ahead of the new season, ending his spell with the Buccaneers.

Mamelodi Sundowns confirm departure of Bafana Bafana star to league rivals

Football

2 months ago

A Bafana Bafana star has completed his move from Mamelodi Sundowns to a fellow Premier Soccer League club, bringing an end to his spell with the Brazilians.

Former Sundowns star tipped to transform Pirates if signed

Football

2 months ago

Orlando Pirates have been told how former Mamelodi Sundowns star Peter Shalulile could strengthen the squad if the club completes a move for the player.

Mofokeng sends classy message to Pirates, Sundowns and Chiefs after exit

Football

2 months ago

Relebohile Mofokeng has paid tribute to Orlando Pirates, Mamelodi Sundowns and Kaizer Chiefs after leaving the PSL for a new chapter in his career.

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