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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Simon Van Duivenbooden: Dutch born striker keen on dream move to Kaizer Chiefs

Football

a year ago

Pirates legend names two best managers who can replace Jose Riveiro at former club

Football

a year ago

Percy Tau: Ex-Al Ahly star responds to doubts over his performance for Bafana Bafana

Football

a year ago

Miguel Cardoso rates leading Mamelodi Sundowns to FIFA Club World Cup

Football

a year ago

Kaizer Chiefs star opens up on desire to wear Bafana Bafana jersey again

Football

a year ago

‘Don’t go for Messi’s shirt’: Ex Chiefs coach urges Sundowns stars to focus on CWC prize

Football

a year ago

FIFA CWC: Jose Riveiro reacts to Al Ahly's draw against Lionel Messi's Inter Miami

Football

a year ago

Al Ahly head coach José Riveiro shares his thoughts on the team’s draw against Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup opener on Sunday.

Vela Khumalo explains why Bafana Bafana B lost to Angola in COSAFA Cup final

Football

a year ago

Bafana Bafana B head coach Vela Khumalo explains the key factors behind their 3-0 defeat to Angola in the COSAFA Cup final at Free State Stadium.

Angola outclasses Bafana Bafana in COSAFA Cup final to retain the title

Football

a year ago

Angola defeated Bafana Bafana in the COSAFA Cup final to retain their title, showcasing dominance and securing back-to-back championships in Bloemfontein.

Thalente Mbatha: Renowned SA agent backs Orlando Pirates star to play in Europe

Football

a year ago

South African agent Mike Makaab says Orlando Pirates midfielder Thalente Mbatha has the talent to play in Europe but must elevate his game to reach that level.

Bafana Bafana star explains why Riveiro is PSL coach of the season over Sundowns’ Cardoso

Football

a year ago

A Bafana Bafana star explains why he believes Jose Riveiro deserves the PSL Coach of the Season award ahead of Mamelodi Sundowns’ Miguel Cardoso.

From Orlando Pirates to Al Ahly: Jose Riveiro reflects on unexpected journey

Football

a year ago

Spanish coach Jose Riveiro reflects on his unexpected managerial journey from Orlando Pirates to Al Ahly, saying it was never planned but driven by hard work.

Former Kaizer Chiefs star explains why Percy Tau needs to snub Amakhosi, Orlando Pirates for Mamelodi Sundowns

Football

a year ago

A former Kaizer Chiefs star urged Percy Tau to reject moves to Chiefs and Orlando Pirates, insisting that a return to Mamelodi Sundowns is the best option.

Rulani Mokwena rates Cardoso's performance at Sundowns ahead FIFA Club World Cup

Football

a year ago

Rulani Mokwena rates Miguel Cardoso’s performance at Mamelodi Sundowns ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup after failing to win the CAF Champions League this season.

Mamelodi Sundowns thrash U.S. opponents with two 6-0 wins ahead of 2025 FIFA Club World Cup

Football

a year ago

Premier Soccer League giants Mamelodi Sundowns delivered two resounding 6-0 victories over U.S. sides in friendly matches, ahead of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.

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