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.

2535 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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How Pitso Mosimane stopped Kaizer Chiefs from winning the 2020 league title

Football

7 months ago

Mbatha opens up on why Nabi succeeded at Yanga but not at Kaizer Chiefs

Football

7 months ago

Bafana coach Hugo Broos recognizes his impact after securing 2026 World Cup spot

Football

7 months ago

Remo Stars coach declares beating Sundowns a must for CAFCL group qualification

Football

7 months ago

Miguel Cardoso: Sundowns taking Remo Stars clash seriously, unfazed by Nigerian heat

Football

7 months ago

Cardoso dismisses favourites tag as Sundowns prepare for Remo Stars clash

Football

7 months ago

CAF Confederation Cup: Chiefs coach discusses strategy for second leg against AS Simba

Football

7 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs coach has shared his thoughts ahead of the CAF Confederation Cup second leg against AS Simba, outlining what fans can expect from the game.

CAFCC: Khalil Ben Youssef states why Kaizer Chiefs couldn’t overcome AS Simba

Football

7 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Khalil Ben Youssef explains why his side couldn’t secure victory over AS Simba in the first leg of their CAF Confederation Cup tie.

CAFCC: Kaizer Chiefs held to frustrating draw by AS Simba in Lubumbashi

Football

7 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs were held in a frustrating draw by AS Simba in the first leg of their CAF Confederation Cup second round tie at the TP Mazembe Stadium.

Super Eagles star joins Premier Soccer League club after leaving Nigeria

Football

7 months ago

A Super Eagles player has left Nigeria to join a Premier Soccer League side in South Africa after winning the NPFL, marking the next step in his career.

Sundowns snap up South African youngster after leaving PSL rivals

Football

7 months ago

Betway Premiership champions Mamelodi Sundowns have signed a South African junior international following his departure from a Premier Soccer League rival club.

PSL legend announces retirement from professional football

Football

7 months ago

Premier Soccer League veteran Keagan Buchanan announces his retirement from professional football after years of success in South African football.

Bafana Bafana qualify for 2026 World Cup — but still drop in latest FIFA rankings

Football

7 months ago

South Africa’s Bafana Bafana fall in FIFA’s latest world rankings even after booking their place at the 2026 World Cup and beating their last opponent.

Danny Jordaan responds to calls to fire officials over Bafana Bafana’s points deduction

Football

7 months ago

SAFA president Danny Jordaan addresses growing calls to sack officials held responsible for Bafana Bafana’s recent points deduction in World Cup qualifiers.

Farewell to a legend: Renowned South African legend dies at 93

Rugby

7 months ago

The South African rugby community is mourning the passing of one of its most iconic figures, Max Baise, who died at age 93, with tributes pouring in on social media.

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