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.

2897 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Makazole Mapimpi among Springboks’ lowest earners in 2025: How much they made

Rugby

7 months ago

Bafana Bafana qualify for AFCON 2025 Round of 16 after beating Zimbabwe

Football

7 months ago

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AFCON 2025: Nigerian star named among top performers as Bafana Bafana players absent

Football

7 months ago

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AFCON 2025: Can Bafana Bafana maintain favourite status after Egypt loss?

Football

7 months ago

Bafana Bafana’s road to AFCON 2025 next round after Egypt setback

Football

7 months ago

Miguel Reisinho discusses his decision to join Mamelodi Sundowns

Football

7 months ago

Zimbabwe coach warns Bafana Bafana before AFCON 2025 Group B decider

Football

7 months ago

Zimbabwe head coach Marian Marinica issues strong warning to Bafana Bafana before their AFCON 2025 Group B showdown, highlighting the stakes of the match.

Former Kaizer Chiefs coach reveals surprising option for Bafana Bafana’s No.10 position

Football

7 months ago

A former Kaizer Chiefs development coach suggests a surprising solution for Bafana Bafana’s No.10 role ahead of AFCON 2025 clash with Zimbabwe on Monday.

Bafana Bafana star reveals why Cristiano Ronaldo inspires him

Football

7 months ago

Bafana Bafana defender Fawaaz Basadien explains how Cristiano Ronaldo inspires his game and approach to football after missing out of AFCON squad.

Zimbabwe coach gives candid assessment of Bafana Bafana ahead of AFCON clash

Football

7 months ago

Zimbabwe head coach Marian Marinica evaluates Bafana Bafana ahead of the AFCON 2025 match, offering insight into the team’s strengths and weaknesses.

Pirates star opens up on Bafana Bafana’s qualification pressure after defeat to Egypt

Football

7 months ago

Orlando Pirates midfielder Thalente Mbatha speaks about the pressure on Bafana Bafana to secure AFCON 2025 qualification after their loss to Egypt.

Bafana Bafana goalkeeper Ronwen Williams slams referee calls after Egypt defeat

Football

7 months ago

Bafana Bafana goalkeeper Ronwen Williams laments referee decisions following the team’s defeat against Egypt as they prepare to face Zimbabwe in their next match.

Hugo Broos hails Bafana Bafana star tipped for a big future after display vs Egypt

Football

7 months ago

Hugo Broos names the Bafana Bafana player he believes can have a huge career following his showing against Egypt during their second group game at AFCON 2025.

AFCON 2025: Mudau reveals what Bafana Bafana must fix before Zimbabwe clash

Football

7 months ago

Mamelodi Sundowns star Khuliso Mudau has opened up on the areas Bafana Bafana must fix before their last AFCON 2025 group B match against Zimbabwe.

AFCON 2025: Ex-FIFA referee weighs in on SA vs Egypt penalty calls

Football

7 months ago

Former FIFA referee and VAR expert Jerome Damon has given his verdict on the controversial penalty calls in the South Africa vs Egypt clash in Africa Cup of Nations.

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