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.

2912 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Why Kriel was chosen as Springboks captain over Siya Kolisi: Rassie Erasmus explains

Rugby

11 months ago

Du Plessis addresses criticism faced after losing to Chimaev: "It doesn't fuel me"

Sports

11 months ago

Change in leadership at Comrades Marathon after Moira Harding went missing in the last event

Sports

11 months ago

Erasmus explains Faf de Klerk call-up and Mbonambi omission ahead of All Blacks tie

Rugby

11 months ago

Pirates coach Ouaddou and 5 others hospitalised after being involved in road accident

Football

11 months ago

Cardoso explains the cause of Mamelodi Sundowns struggles this season

Football

11 months ago

Bafana Bafana star lifts lid on Ouaddou’s tactical advice to Pirates players

Football

11 months ago

A Bafana Bafana star has shared what Orlando Pirates coach Ouaddou told the players during their 3-0 win over Chippa United in the Betway Premiership.

EPL: Lyle Foster reacts after scoring in Burnley vs Manchester United

Football

11 months ago

Bafana Bafana striker Lyle Foster has broken his silence after making history during Burnley’s English Premier League clash against Manchester United.

South Africa vs Nigeria: Who’s favourite to win crucial World Cup Qualifier clash?

Football

11 months ago

As Bafana Bafana prepare to face the Super Eagles in a key World Cup Qualifier, a football expert have named the favourites to win the highly anticipated clash.

PSL giants told to consider going for Riveiro after being sacked by Al Ahly

Football

11 months ago

Former Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro has been sacked by Al Ahly, sparking calls for a potential return to the PSL as local giants consider their options.

Al Ahly sack Jose Riveiro months after leaving Orlando Pirates, Mzansi reacts

Football

11 months ago

Egyptian Premier League giants Al Ahly have sacked former Orlando Pirates head coach, Jose Riveiro, following a disappointing start to the 2025/26 season.

Major blow forces change as Erasmus names surprise replacement for Springboks vs All Blacks tie

Rugby

11 months ago

The Springboks suffer a major setback as a key player is ruled out. Rassie Erasmus names a surprise replacement ahead of their tie against All Blacks.

Patrice Motsepe confirms CAF are close to striking a R18 billion deal

Football

11 months ago

President Patrice Motsepe has confirmed CAF is close to securing a landmark R18 billion deal marking a major step forward for African football's commercial growth.

Al Ahly Told to part ways with ‘unqualified’ former Pirates coach Riveiro

Football

11 months ago

Al Ahly face growing pressure to sack former Orlando Pirates coach José Riveiro, with critics labeling him ‘unqualified’ following recent performances and results.

Cardoso sends message to critics, walks out of post-match interview

Football

11 months ago

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso sent a strong message to his critics before walking out of interview following his side’s 1-0 win over Stellenbosch FC.

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