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.

2891 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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From Europe back to SA: Springboks hopeful seals move to new local club

Rugby

5 months ago

Bad news for Broos as Bafana Bafana could miss World Cup

Football

5 months ago

Cardoso sends message to Sundowns fans ahead of MC Alger clash

Football

5 months ago

CAFCL: Mokwena gives surprise response on facing Sundowns

Football

5 months ago

CAFCC: Ex-FIFA referee weighs in on Kaizer Chiefs penalty against Al Masry

Football

5 months ago

Rugby legend passes away aged 55 after long illness, fans mourn

Rugby

5 months ago

Mamelodi Sundowns star shows off new luxury car worth R935k

Football

5 months ago

A Mamelodi Sundowns star has caught the attention of football fans online after showing off his new luxury car worth around R935,000 on social media.

Springboks star set to secure permanent big-money move

Rugby

5 months ago

Springboks player Kurt-Lee Arendse is reportedly closing in on a lucrative permanent transfer overseas, with a major deal expected to be finalised soon.

Tragedy as young footballer dies before family can join him in the UK

Football

5 months ago

Saburi Adeniji has tragically passed away in the UK before his family could arrive, prompting an outpouring of tributes from football fans on social media.

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CAF Confederation Cup controversy: Why Chiefs’ penalty against Al Masry was questionable

Football

5 months ago

The penalty given to Kaizer Chiefs against Al Masry in the CAF Confederation Cup has sparked debate, with claims the decision should not have stood.

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How Miguel Cardoso can secure his future at Mamelodi Sundowns this season

Football

5 months ago

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso could avoid being sacked at the end of the 2025-26 campaign if certain results and performances go his way.

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Explained: Factors that could see Sundowns sack Miguel Cardoso before season end

Football

5 months ago

Mamelodi Sundowns are under growing pressure as questions emerge over Miguel Cardoso’s future, with factors that could lead to his dismissal before season’s end.

Kaizer Chiefs on brink of CAF Confederation Cup quarter-finals after beating Al Masry

Football

5 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs have moved closer to the CAF Confederation Cup quarter-finals after securing an important victory over Al Masry at the New Peter Mokaba Stadium.

Sundowns on brink of CAF Champions League exit after costly Lupopo slip-up

Football

5 months ago

Mamelodi Sundowns’ CAF Champions League hopes are under threat after they dropped crucial points against Saint-Éloi Lupopo in the group stage on Sunday afternoon.

Ex-Kaizer Chiefs player hails Orlando Pirates star for impressive recent display

Football

5 months ago

A former Kaizer Chiefs star has praised an Orlando Pirates player following his impressive performance in the Buccaneers win in the Nedbank Cup round of 32.

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