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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Fans mourn as rugby legend passes away unexpectedly

Rugby

7 months ago

VAR controversy: Bafana legends criticise referee after denied late penalty against Egypt

Football

7 months ago

AFCON 2025: Hugo Broos reacts to late penalty decision, reveals talks with Mohamed Salah

Football

7 months ago

AFCON 2025: Controversy explained as Bafana Bafana miss out on late penalty vs Egypt

Football

7 months ago

AFCON 2025: Mohamed Salah’s ‘controversial’ goal seals Egypt win over Bafana Bafana

Football

7 months ago

Romantic scenes as rugby star Ruan Venter proposes to Anchen Du Plessis

Rugby

7 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs star reveals Barcelona legends he dreamed of playing alongside

Football

7 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs star Lebohang Maboe has named the Barcelona and the Spanish national team legends he would have loved to play with during his career.

AFCON 2025: Broos sends strong message to Bafana Bafana before Egypt showdown

Football

7 months ago

Hugo Broos issues a strong warning to Bafana Bafana players ahead of their crucial clash with Egypt in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.

Renowned Golf legend dies aged 78 after battle with cancer

Sports

7 months ago

The golf community are mourning as Masashi “Jumbo” Ozaki has passed away at the age of 78 after a long battle with cancer, prompting tributes worldwide.

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos reveals steps to reach AFCON 2025 final

Football

7 months ago

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos explains what South Africa must do to reach the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final in Morocco, sharing key strategies and insights.

Pirates legend draws bold comparison between Mbokazi and World Cup winner

Football

7 months ago

An Orlando Pirates legend has compared Bafana Bafana star Mbekezeli Mbokazi to a World Cup winner, praising the youngster’s talent and potential.

Mosimane weighs in on PSL title race, assesses Pirates’ chances against Sundowns

Football

7 months ago

Former Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Pitso Mosimane comments on the Betway Premiership title race and Orlando Pirates’ bid to challenge the reigning champions.

Broos praises standout performer as Bafana Bafana beat Angola in AFCON opener

Football

7 months ago

Hugo Broos reacts to South Africa’s AFCON 2025 win over Angola, praising a standout Bafana Bafana player after an impressive performance in Morocco.

Bafana Bafana off to winning AFCON 2025 start as Foster sinks Angola

Football

7 months ago

Bafana Bafana opened their Africa Cup of Nations 2025 campaign with a win against Angola thanks to a brilliant goal from Lyle Foster in Marrakech.

Former PSL star identifies 3 key stars Bafana must rely on at AFCON

Football

7 months ago

A former Premier Soccer League winger has pointed out three key players for Hugo Broos' Bafana Bafana at the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.

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