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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/ 476 days ago

Ineligible player accusation sends shockwaves through La Liga as Real Madrid watches closely: Will Barcelona be punished?

• "La Liga Controversy: Barcelona Accused of Rule Breach, Real Madrid Watching Closely" Barcelona’s convincing 3-0 victory over Osasuna in late March seemed, at the time, like a routine La Liga fixture. But weeks later, that night at Montjuic has come under scrutiny, raising questions that now ripple through the corridors of Spanish soccer’s governing bodies.
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/ 476 days ago

Real Madrid asks La Liga for favor before UEFA Champions League clash vs. Arsenal – Decision made

Real Madrid is trying to win La Liga and recover from a three-goal Champions League deficit against Arsenal. As they prepare for what may define their season, one thing has upset the team behind closed doors.
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/ 476 days ago

Carlo Ancelotti’s Brazil hopes fade as Jorge Jesus closes in on role – Serie A legend offers Real Madrid boss a new home: 'He’d be welcome'

For months, Carlo Ancelotti had been seen as the dream candidate for Brazil. However, a surprising name has now emerged as the frontrunner to lead the nation into the next era — Jorge Jesus, a Portuguese coach currently at Al-Hilal in Saudi Arabia.
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/ 476 days ago

Pulisic and Leao caught in rule breach drama: Milan breaks rare Serie A protocol involuntarily

In Milan’s commanding 4-0 victory over Udinese, a collision occurred that not only silenced the stadium but also led to Rossoneri accidentally breaching a rare Serie A regulation—a moment that could have gone unnoticed if not for its unusual consequences.
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/ 476 days ago

Milan hero Christian Pulisic hits new heights in Serie A – League-leading numbers in two major categories

Milan broke a three-game winless run in emphatic style, smashing Udinese 4-0 at the Stadio Friuli on Friday. And at the heart of it all was Christian Pulisic, delivering what he has already labeled as his finest performance under Sergio Conceicao.
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/ 476 days ago

No Barcelona return? Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami contract talks update emerges – What it means for Luis Suarez and ex-Barcelona stars

The dream of Lionel Messi donning Barcelona’s jersey one final time appears to be slipping away. His time with Inter Miami might just be entering a new chapter—one tied not to nostalgia, but to ambition.
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/ 477 days ago

Will Hansi Flick stay beyond 2026? Barcelona's future plans revealed amid treble chase

In the shimmering twilight of what could become one of the most remarkable seasons in modern soccer, Barcelona has made a pivotal decision about Hansi Flick’s future.
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/ 477 days ago

Another illegal betting scandal hits Serie A: Argentina World Cup winners and USMNT star in the spotlight

The Italian soccer landscape has once again found itself under the dark clouds of a betting scandal. Now, a new wave of investigations has been launched, this time involving at least 12 Serie A players accused of using illegal betting and poker platforms.
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/ 477 days ago

Salah rejects Ronaldo's Saudi Pro League to sign new Liverpool deal—The records he has in sight

On Friday, Liverpool officially announced that their Egyptian talisman has signed a new contract, extending his stay until June 2027. And as a result, several major records may soon fall.
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/ 477 days ago

Milan’s expected Serie A lineup against Udinese: Santiago Gimenez out – Will Christian Pulisic, Rafael Leao, and Joao Felix start?

With just seven games remaining, Milan must find a way to win almost all of them. But this Friday’s game is complicated by a wave of injuries, forcing Conceicao to rethink not just his line-up, but his entire approach.
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/ 477 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo’s new Al-Nassr deal almost done: Europe return and Inter Miami switch unlikely as fresh lucrative terms emerge

While rumors of a possible European homecoming had persisted, it now appears that Cristiano Ronaldo will remain in Saudi Arabia, with Al-Nassr reportedly in the final stages of extending his contract.
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/ 477 days ago

Mexico’s World Cup hero tipped to miss out on 2026 squad: The internet sensation who might not match Messi and Ronaldo’s legacy

With Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo expected to feature one last time, another player, equally consistent in the tournament’s folklore, seemed destined to join them in a historic sixth appearance.
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/ 477 days ago

More trouble ahead after Kyle Walker’s injury: Milan boss Sergio Conceicao issues grim Santiago Gimenez update

Milan, already dealing with Kyle Walker's recent elbow fracture, now faces another critical absence ahead of their trip to face Udinese on Friday evening.
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/ 478 days ago

Milan's 2025-26 away and third kits set to turn heads: How Pulisic and Leao will look like in new jerseys

Milan is embracing fresh design philosophies that reflect both their past and their future — and stars like Christian Pulisic and Rafael Leao are set to debut these looks that may redefine how fans view the club’s iconic red and black.
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/ 478 days ago

Raphinha makes Messi proud – But Lewandowski creates UEFA Champions League history at Ronaldo's expense

Robert Lewandowski scored twice to give Barccelona an emphatic lead going into the second leg. And yet, on this night, he quietly wrote himself into Champions League folklore—surpassing even Cristiano Ronaldo in a unique record no one had touched before.