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.

2624 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Sundowns shake up squad with more departures after Coetzee and Maboe's exit

Football

11 months ago

WAFCON 2024: Banyana Banyana vs Ghana - Preview, h2h, lineups, time, where to watch

Football

11 months ago

Orlando Pirates vs Kaizer Chiefs: Why the Buccaneers are now the bigger club

Football

11 months ago

WAFCON 2024: Why Banyana Banyana could face a tough task retaining their title in Morocco

Football

11 months ago

Appollis and 3 other players linked with Kaizer Chiefs who joined Pirates this summer

Football

11 months ago

Ex-Kaizer Chiefs manager makes big statement about Sundowns not needing coach to win

Football

11 months ago

Mbule urged to quit drinking & stay focused after joining Pirates: 'He should take a break from drinking'

Football

11 months ago

Sipho Mbule has been advised to stay disciplined and take a break from alcohol to focus on his football, following his move to Orlando Pirates from Sundowns.

South Africa defender open up on Kaizer Chiefs trial after joining European club

Football

11 months ago

South African right-back Mhleli Mabuza shares his experience during a brief trial at Kaizer Chiefs, following his recent move to Portuguese side Amora FC.

Bafana Bafana star publicly expresses desire to rejoin Mamelodi Sundowns

Football

11 months ago

A Bafana Bafana star has publicly expressed his desire to rejoin Mamelodi Sundowns, sending a clear 'come get me' message to the Betway Premiership champions.

Shaun Bartlett: SA coach explains why African clubs failed at FIFA Club World Cup

Football

11 months ago

South African coach Shaun Bartlett highlights the key reasons why African clubs struggle to succeed at the ongoing 2025 FIFA Club World Cup in the United States.

Ex-Kaizer Chiefs star misses out on move to Morocco due to cannabis problem

Football

11 months ago

A former Kaizer Chiefs star has missed out on a potential move to a Moroccan club after entering rehab to address issues related to marijuana use.

Kaizer Chiefs star eager to link up with Amakhosi new signings and DDC graduates

Football

11 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs star Brandon Petersen expresses excitement ahead of the new season, looking forward to working with the club’s new signings and talented DDC graduates.

Kaizer Chiefs legend backs Mofokeng over Ribeiro for Player of the Year, explains why

Football

11 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs legend Siyabonga Nomvethe explains why he believes Relebohile Mofokeng deserves to win the Player of the Year award over Lucas Ribeiro.

Benni McCarthy’s ‘modern’ coaching techniques receive high praise from Kenyan star

Football

11 months ago

Kenyan football star praises Benni McCarthy for his modern coaching style, highlighting his innovative training methods and strong man-management skills.

Kaizer Chiefs: Football legend urges Amakhosi to sign Sundowns star and Percy Tau

Football

11 months ago

A football legend urges Kaizer Chiefs to strengthen their squad by signing a top Sundowns star along with Percy Tau, aiming to boost their chances next season.

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