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

News

/ 756 days ago

Not Roberto De Zerbi: United eye Italian boss to replace Ten Hag

Manchester United are looking to replace Erik ten Hag with an Italian manager, and Roberto de Zerbi isn't the only candidate. Throughout this season, Ten Hag has been subject to increased scrutiny from Red Devils' supporters. After tumbling out of the Champions League group stage, he has been unable to maintain pace with top Premier […]

News

/ 756 days ago

Great news: Barcelona have return date for Pedri this season

On Thursday, Barcelona revealed a positive development regarding the fitness midfielder Pedri. It would seem that coach Xavi has faith in the midfielder's ability to finally put his issues behind him. Another long-term issue has surfaced for Pedri, and he may never recover to the level of success that many anticipated. After injuring his right […]

Leagues: MLS

/ 756 days ago

Solskjaer still interested in moving to USA to coach in MLS

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, former Manchester United coach, has said that he has considered a coaching position in the United States in MLS. The former United player got down for an exclusive conversation with the 'Just Stick to Football' podcast featuring Gary Neville. He finally spoke up about his period away from the game after the […]

News

/ 756 days ago

Is Fabrizio Romano taking money to spread transfer rumors?

Fabrizio Romano reportedly offered Danish soccer teams help to promote their transfers in exchange for money. The transfer market is something the Italian ace is famous for covering and discussing at length. With 20 million Twitter and 27 million Instagram followers, he is perhaps the most famous soccer voice and personality on the planet. Additionally, […]

News

/ 756 days ago

New Everton? Leicester risks point deduction for FFP violation

Championship team Leicester City faces a possible points punishment next season if the league finds the Foxes guilty of an FFP violation. The rules in consideration are the Profitability and Sustainability Regulations (PSR). The English Football League (EFL) considers Leicester City to be in danger of violating season-specific financial regulations. Although March 1 was the […]

News

/ 757 days ago

United, Barcelona and other clubs learn price to lure De Zerbi

Several teams in Europe, including Manchester United and Barcelona, are serious about hiring Roberto De Zerbi as their manager. But if any team wants the Italian for the next season, they will have to pay a pretty penny. After Graham Potter left for Chelsea in September 2022, De Zerbi took over at the Amex. The […]

News

/ 757 days ago

Season over for Pedri as questions loom on Barcelona future

Barcelona's hopes of finishing the season well have taken a heavy hit. Pedri followed in the footsteps of Gavi and Alejandro Balde, who have both been out for some time due to recurring hamstring issues; he was substituted off Sunday's match against Athletic Club. The goalless draw last Sunday meant they missed what seemed like […]

News

/ 757 days ago

UK bids for men's World Cup off table for next two decades

The United Kingdom has officially announced its intention to host the Women's World Cup. However, the possibility of hosting the men's tournament won't be considered for another 20 years. Efforts to host the event in 2006 and 2018 were unsuccessful, therefore the country hasn't hosted the event since 1966. UK Sport has unveiled a comprehensive […]

News

/ 757 days ago

Tuchel breaks his toe in rant before Bayern beat Lazio

The 3-0 triumph against Lazio is only the latest proof of Bavarian giants Bayern Munich's dominance in European soccer; they will now play in the quarterfinals of the UEFA Champions League. Going into this match, neither club was in good shape. However, after falling to a Ciro Immobile penalty in the first leg, the burden […]

News

/ 757 days ago

Madrid loses appeal as Bellingham faces red card suspension

Nothing could have gone better for Jude Bellingham's first season in LaLiga. He has been the most impressive member of the LaLiga leaders. They are presently six points ahead of second placed-Girona and are heavy favorites to win the Champions League. Bellingham scored twice in the 4-0 hammering of their title rivals on Feb. 10, […]

News

/ 760 days ago

Liverpool ask Egypt to leave Salah out, get quick response

Mohamed Salah, Liverpool's and Egypt's talismanic star, has lately found himself embroiled in the age-old tension between club and nation. After hearing Liverpool's plea that the 31-year-old attacker sit out March friendlies, the Egyptian FA nevertheless chose to call him up to the squad. Salah has only managed 35 minutes of playing time for the […]

News

/ 760 days ago

Xavi tells all: Will he reconsider decision to leave Barcelona?

Xavi Hernandez's team has been on a fine run of form since he revealed in January that he would be leaving as Barcelona head coach at season's end. On top of being in a respectable position to make it to the quarterfinals of the Champions League, they have grabbed 13 of the last 15 La […]

News

/ 760 days ago

Pochettino admits Chelsea fans don’t love him after latest boos

Manager Mauricio Pochettino has been clean about his inability to "feel the love" from Chelsea supporters. Today is a really perilous moment for the former Tottenham and Paris Saint-Germain boss. Worse still, rumors are beginning to circulate from Stamford Bridge. Even though Pochettino just arrived last summer, he is already the subject of evaluation. According […]

News

/ 760 days ago

What Bellingham told referee per Ancelotti, Madrid to appeal

After falling down 2-0, Real Madrid rallied to draw level with Valencia at the Mestalla on Saturday. But they believed they had clinched it in the dying minutes when Jude Bellingham headed the ball beyond Giorgi Mamardashvili. The Real Madrid players went absolutely ballistic when they realized that Bellingham's goal wouldn't count. In fact, just […]

News

/ 760 days ago

"So much GTA": Hugo Lloris' fresh perspective on moving to LA

LAFC's new goalie Hugo Lloris has the amusing confession that he learned everything about the city by playing GTA. Even though he had never set foot in the city, he has brought attention to its special relationship with it. This past summer, the Frenchman signed with Los Angeles Football Club of Major League Soccer. Thus, […]