martina alcheva

Martina Alcheva

experience

Martina is an experienced professional in online sports journalism with over 13 years in the field, including more than four years specializing specifically in soccer. Her expertise lies in creating soccer-related content, such as match previews and daily news updates. Martina joined Futbol Sites - A Part of Better Collective in September 2020 and brought her talents to World Soccer Talk in June 2023.

education

Martina holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Translation and Interpreting from the Faculty of Philology "Blazhe Koneski" in Skopje, North Macedonia. Her academic training in multiple languages—including English, Italian, and German—has been instrumental in shaping her career as a sports journalist. Her translation background also supports her ability to distill complex information and deliver it with clarity and relevance in the fast-paced world of sports journalism.

interests

Martina is deeply passionate about soccer, dedicating her career to covering various aspects of the sport. Her interests include analyzing match dynamics and delivering up-to-date news, enriching her audience's understanding and engagement with the game.

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Lionel Messi threatens to dash Cristiano Ronaldo’s hopes of teaming up with Bernardo Silva: Inter Miami makes January plan to hijack Al-Nassr’s move for Portugal star

ith Cristiano Ronaldo, Bernardo Silva, and Lionel Messi all woven into the same narrative, what once seemed like a straightforward end-of-contract story has suddenly become something far more complex.
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Lionel Messi dream snub sparks Denis Bouanga outburst: Son Heung-min’s teammate fires back at LAFC with explosive 11-word message

With Son Heung-min, Denis Bouanga, and Lionel Messi all orbiting the same Major League Soccer narrative, a rejected move has sparked intrigue rather than closure.
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Lionel Messi helps homegrown star step up in MLS: Inter Miami adds 18-year-old academy graduate attacker to first team through 2027-28 season

While much of the attention naturally revolves around Lionel Messi and the elite talent surrounding him, the club has quietly taken another step that underlines a broader vision — one that looks beyond immediate success and toward sustainability.
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Cristiano Ronaldo smiles again as Sadio Mane makes timely return for Al-Nassr: Will 2025 AFCON winner be ready to play against Al-Taawoun in Saudi Pro League?

After weeks of absence, Sadio Mane is back in Riyadh — and with him comes renewed optimism, fresh questions, and a potentially decisive boost in the Saudi Pro League title race.
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Christian Pulisic put on notice ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup: One missing piece keeps USMNT ace behind Clint Dempsey and Landon Donovan

As the debate over the greatest USMNT player of all time resurfaces ahead of the 2026 World Cup, a familiar conclusion keeps emerging: club stardom alone is not enough.
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UEFA and IFAB said no, but Arsene Wenger’s offside rule could still debut before 2026 FIFA World Cup: Idea refuses to die as CONCACAF league lined up for shock test

Despite strong resistance from Europe’s power brokers, Arsene Wenger remains at the heart of a proposal that could fundamentally reshape how offside is judged.
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Another Kylian Mbappe-like saga brewing? PSG owner Nasser Al-Khelaifi sends eight-word warning to Ousmane Dembele regarding contract renewal

The echoes of the Kylian Mbappe era still linger in Paris, and any major contract discussion at Paris Saint-Germain is inevitably framed by what came before.
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FIFA hit with another huge blow before 2026 World Cup: IFAB decides on Arsene Wenger’s offside rule change proposal that sparked huge debate after UEFA’s call

The proposal has now collided with resistance at the highest level, underlining the deep divisions that still exist over how far soccer should evolve in the VAR era.
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Cristiano Ronaldo makes Saudi Pro League history after tough 2026 start: Al-Nassr captain secures immortality after breaking club’s all-time goalscoring record

After a difficult start to the calendar year in Saudi Arabia, the Portuguese icon delivered a defining night that not only steadied the season but also carved his name deeper into the legacy of Al-Nassr.
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Lionel Messi back where it all began? Newell’s Old Boys’ new manager fuels dream with emotional eight-word confession

The soccer world has learned never to completely close the door on romance, especially when Lionel Messi is involved.
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Cristiano Ronaldo‘s Saudi Pro League calling Vinicius again amid fans boos: Real Madrid’s UEFA Champions League hero drops clear 11-word hint on future

The echoes of the Saudi Pro League, where Cristiano Ronaldo has reshaped soccer’s financial and sporting landscape, are being felt once again in Europe.
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Is Cristiano Ronaldo playing? Confirmed lineups for Damac vs. Al-Nassr in the Saudi Pro League

Cristiano Ronaldo once again stands at the center of attention as another decisive Saudi Pro League night approaches, with Al-Nassr travelling to face Damac in a fixture loaded with pressure, intrigue, and unanswered questions.
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Cristiano Ronaldo welcomes first 2026 addition: Al-Nassr lands 21-year-old talented forward after reaching agreement worth $500,000

Cristiano Ronaldo is preparing to welcome a new face into the dressing room as Al-Nassr moves decisively in the winter market, laying down an early marker for 2026.
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Christian Pulisic shows quiet leadership despite rare dip in form in 2026: Milan ace reacts to club’s unbelievable Serie A streak with six-word message

Christian Pulisic may not have been the headline-maker on the pitch, but his presence — and reaction — still carried weight on a night that further defined Milan’s season.
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Christian Pulisic hits another historic moment as Milan continues remarkable Serie A milestone with Lecce victory

As celebrations settled and attention turned to the wider implications, the true historical weight of the victory became clear. With this win, Milan quietly extended a run that places the current side alongside some of the greatest teams in club history. The Red and Blacks are now unbeaten in 20 consecutive Serie A matches in the same season, a feat last achieved during the 1992-93 campaign.