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.

2534 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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AFCON 2025: Assessing Bafana Bafana’s chances of winning the title in Morocco

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AFCON 2025: Players Hugo Broos should build Bafana Bafana around

Football

5 months ago

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos targets Herve Renard’s record in 2025 AFCON

Football

5 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs legend reveals what sets Sipho Mbule apart from others

Football

5 months ago

Hugo Broos set to reach milestone in Bafana Bafana’s AFCON opener vs Angola

Football

5 months ago

Bad news for SA as Supercomputer delivers grim AFCON prediction for Bafana Bafana

Football

5 months ago

Patrice Motsepe announces major increase in AFCON prize money

Football

5 months ago

CAF president Patrice Motsepe has announced a massive increase in Africa Cup of Nations prize money, marking a significant boost for African football.

CAF announces huge update ahead of Africa Cup of Nations

Football

5 months ago

CAF has issued a fresh update on the Africa Cup of Nations, outlining key details and latest developments ahead of the 2025 edition of the tournament.

Benni McCarthy reveals what he is most proud of about the current Bafana Bafana

Football

5 months ago

Harambee Stars head coach Benni McCarthy shares what he is most proud of about the current Bafana Bafana squad, highlighting their strengths and progress.

South African coach makes shock move from PSL side to African giants

Football

5 months ago

South African tactician Steve Barker has parted ways with Premier Soccer League club, Stellenbosch FC, to take up a new managerial role with African giants.

Barcelona SC defender killed in gang-related shooting

Football

5 months ago

The football world is in mourning after Barcelona SC defender Mario Pineida was shot dead in what is believed to be a gang hit in his native country of Ecuador.

Former EPL star shares thoughts on Bafana Bafana’s AFCON title chances

Football

5 months ago

A former English Premier League star has commented on Bafana Bafana's chances of winning the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco ahead of others.

Ronwen Williams opens up on Bafana Bafana’s shortcomings at last year’s AFCON

Football

5 months ago

Mamelodi Sundowns captain Ronwen Williams has explained what the Bafana Bafana lacked at last edition of the Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast.

Broos reveals what he told Bafana Bafana about their AFCON title chances

Football

5 months ago

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos shares what he told South African players about their chances of winning the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.

Rugby community mourns as Polina Krakowska dies aged 25

Rugby

5 months ago

Rugby star Polina Krakowska has tragically passed away at the age of 25, prompting an outpouring of tributes from the sporting world on social media.

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