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.

3187 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Rassie Erasmus reaches major Test milestone as Springboks beat All Blacks in Baltimore

Rugby

5 days ago

Rassie Erasmus singles out key Springboks star after momentum shift against All Blacks

Rugby

5 days ago

Ouaddou drops shock Orlando Pirates exit hint after CAF Champions League win

Football

6 days ago

Miguel Cardoso unhappy as Mamelodi Sundowns are held by Chippa United

Football

6 days ago

Springboks backed to beat All Blacks in Baltimore as Naas Botha makes bold call

Rugby

6 days ago

‘Give Pitso time’: SAFA told to be patient with Mosimane after Broos’ five-year spell

Football

6 days ago

Former Bafana star gives verdict on Aden McCarthy after Manchester United Champions League clash

Football

7 days ago

A former Bafana Bafana star has delivered his verdict on Aden McCarthy’s UEFA Champions League debut against Manchester United on Thursday evening.

Brandon Petersen’s mistakes blamed on Kaizer Chiefs this season

Football

7 days ago

Kaizer Chiefs have been blamed for Brandon Petersen’s recent mistakes, with questions raised over the goalkeeper’s struggles this season in the PSL.

Miguel Cardoso under fire as former Sundowns star speaks out after PSL exit

Football

7 days ago

Former Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder has hit back at coach Miguel Cardoso after leaving the PSL giants, revealing his reaction to his summer departure.

Springbok star Malcolm Marx’s lavish Meyersdal mansion revealed

Rugby

7 days ago

Take a look inside Springbok star Malcolm Marx’s lavish mansion at Meyersdal Eco Estate in Gauteng and discover his impressive lifestyle away from rugby.

Damian de Allende’s stunning Pearl Valley home with wife Domenica revealed

Rugby

7 days ago

Explore inside Springboks star Damian de Allende’s stunning Pearl Valley Golf Estate home and get a glimpse into his life with wife Domenica de Allende.

Bafana Bafana star joins Mamelodi Sundowns despite links with PSL rivals

Football

7 days ago

Mamelodi Sundowns have completed the signing of a Bafana Bafana defender despite interest from PSL rivals, adding further quality to their squad.

Why the Baltimore Test could mean far more than another Springboks vs All Blacks clash

Rugby

7 days ago

The fourth Springboks vs All Blacks Test in Baltimore carries significance beyond the series, with the historic tie offering both teams a chance to make a statement.

Tony Brown’s ‘overstimulated’ Springboks theory explained as SA Rugby legend makes bold fourth-Test call

Rugby

7 days ago

An SA Rugby legend has explained Tony Brown’s “overstimulated” Springboks theory and made a bold prediction ahead of their fourth Test against the All Blacks.

All Blacks handed blunt warning as ‘bullying tactics’ give Springboks edge in Greatest Rivalry

Rugby

7 days ago

The All Blacks of New Zealand have been warned that the Springboks’ “bullying tactics” are giving South Africa an edge in the intense Greatest Rivalry series.

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