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.

latest articles by Martina Alcheva

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/ 383 days ago

Barcelona's Dani Olmo registration crisis: La Liga’s bold move could have unintended consequences for Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi

Barcelona faces another financial issue after La Liga banned a vital move to sign Dani Olmo and Pau Victor for the second part of the 2024-25 season. Beyond the immediate effects on the two players, this financial turbulence might affect the club’s icon Lionel Messi.
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/ 383 days ago

Jose Mourinho's explosive outburst in Istanbul derby: Will he face a ban after grabbing rival manager’s nose?

Jose Mourinho is no stranger to controversy, and his recent outburst in Turkey has only enhanced his touchline image.A heated Turkish Cup quarter-final between Fenerbahce and Galatasaray led to an unprecedented altercation between the Portuguese manager and his opposition coach, Okan Buruk.
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/ 383 days ago

Pep Guardiola may make shock Premier League exit: Could Manchester City boss become new Pulisic, Leao, and Gimenez's coach at Milan?

If Pep Guardiola does walk away from Manchester City, where would he go next? Surprisingly, Milan has emerged as a possible destination.
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/ 383 days ago

Ex-PSG trio Kylian Mbappe, Lionel Messi, and Neymar left massive void in Ligue 1's global appeal: DAZN to make drastic decision on its broadcasting contract?

The departure of Kylian Mbappe, Lionel Messi, and Neymar from Paris Saint-Germain marked the end of an era in French soccer. Now, the French league is feeling the aftershocks.
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/ 383 days ago

Santiago Gimenez failed to improve Milan's poorest penalty-kick record in Europe: How Christian Pulisic's selfishness could be the key to change

Milan’s season has been filled with inconsistency, but one statistic stands out as particularly alarming: the worst penalty-kick record in Europe’s top five leagues. And at the center of this conversation is Christian Pulisic.
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/ 384 days ago

Could Lionel Messi be set for emotional return? Four-month contract offer on the table—but it's not from Barcelona

Lionel Messi has long been linked with an emotional return to one of his former clubs before retiring, but this time, the offer isn’t coming from Barcelona.
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/ 384 days ago

Real Madrid’s bold vision for greatness: Kylian Mbappe to fill Cristiano Ronaldo's boots in one key skill?

Real Madrid has reportedly been working on a plan to refine Kylian Mbappe’s skill set further, preparing him for an even more significant role in the team. The club’s coaching staff believes he has one more major area to master—a skill that once defined Cristiano Ronaldo’s reign at the Santiago Bernabeu.
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/ 384 days ago

Not just Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius in doubt: Real Madrid could face Arsenal in UEFA Champions League without another key player

With Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior already in doubt for Real Madrid's Champions League quarterfinal against Arsenal, another major setback has emerged for Carlo Ancelotti’s squad.
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/ 384 days ago

Santos awaits: Neymar sends three-word message as injury comeback looms – and it’s all fans needed to hear after Brazilian Serie A opener struggles

Santos' return to Brazil’s top flight was meant to be a triumphant homecoming, led by the club’s greatest modern icon, Neymar. But just weeks before his official top-flight return at Vila Belmiro, the Brazilian superstar has found himself battling yet another injury setback.
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/ 385 days ago

Tensions among Christian Pulisic's teammates at Milan? Kyle Walker takes savage seven-word Lionel Messi-fueled jab at Joao Felix – VIDEO

Beyond the disappointing result for Milan, the match was also marked by rising tensions within the squad—none more evident than in the heated moment between Kyle Walker and Joao Felix.
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/ 385 days ago

Why Santiago Gimenez and not Christian Pulisic? Milan boss Sergio Conceicao offers peculiar rationale for Napoli penalty confusion in Serie A

Santiago Gimenez’s penalty miss against Napoli proved decisive, leaving fans and pundits alike questioning: Why did Milan allow a struggling striker to take such an important kick when Christian Pulisic was on the pitch?
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/ 387 days ago

Kylian Mbappe reflects on slow start at Real Madrid: How Cristiano Ronaldo played a key role in his turnaround

Kylian Mbappe’s arrival at Real Madrid was one of the most anticipated transfers in soccer history. Despite all the hype, his first few months in La Liga were far from smooth. But what sparked this turnaround? The answer involves Cristiano Ronaldo—the very player Mbappe grew up idolizing.
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/ 387 days ago

Milan legend delivers scathing review: 'I save only two,' but it’s neither Leao, Gimenez, nor Felix – Does Pulisic make the cut?

The latest and most harsh assessment has now arrived from a club legend, who insists that only two players have lived up to expectations. But who are the two players who have earned praise?
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/ 387 days ago

Real Madrid continues to rival Barcelona in La Liga: Kylian Mbappe’s direct free-kick goal equals Cristiano Ronaldo and Erling Haaland’s records

Beyond Real Madrid’s win, this match marked a significant moment in Kylian Mbappe’s career, as he scored his first-ever direct free-kick goal, etching his name alongside some of the greatest goalscorers in soccer history.
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/ 387 days ago

Why didn’t Marseille sign Paul Pogba? Club president drops bombshell on potential Inter Miami move

Paul Pogba had reportedly held advanced talks Marseille, however, the move never materialized. Instead, the club quietly stepped away from the deal, leaving the 32-year-old still searching for his next club — and perhaps looking more seriously at a move to Inter Miami in MLS.