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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Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr training return date emerges after 2026 World Cup disappointment with Portugal

While the Saudi club has already played its first friendly of the summer, supporters are still waiting for their captain to return, leaving plenty of intrigue over when the Portuguese icon will finally rejoin the squad.
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Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr has three more friendlies left after Benfica B setback, but will he feature?

After an unexpected defeat in the Australian manager's first match, attention has quickly shifted to the club's remaining friendly schedule and whether the Portuguese icon will feature before the new campaign begins.
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Cristiano Ronaldo’s title rival Al-Hilal reportedly lines up another blockbuster move for Ousmane Dembele, but one obstacle remains

While the French star has emerged as the club’s top transfer target, one significant issue could still determine whether the blockbuster move ever becomes reality.
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/ 4 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo still makes soccer world talk for one reason despite falling short of World Cup dream, says Luis Nani

While critics pointed to his reduced mobility at the age of 41, Nani offered a different perspective, reminding supporters why Ronaldo remains one of soccer's defining figures.
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Why aren’t Lionel Messi and Rodrigo De Paul playing for Inter Miami vs Chicago Fire in the 2026 MLS season?

Inter Miami returns to Major League Soccer action on Wednesday with plenty of attention surrounding the club, but Lionel Messi and Rodrigo De Paul will not be part of the squad for the clash against the Chicago Fire.
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Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Kylian Mbappe left behind as Lamine Yamal and Erling Haaland hit historic post-2026 World Cup market value record

Lamine Yamal and Erling Haaland have surged ahead of Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Kylian Mbappe following Transfermarkt’s first market value update after the 2026 World Cup, marking another unprecedented shift in world soccer.
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Gianni Infantino faces major decision as 2026 World Cup’s unprecedented revenue gives FIFA one huge reason to consider another expansion

While the tournament broke records both on and off the pitch, its extraordinary commercial success has created fresh debate over whether the competition should continue growing beyond its current format.
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Why isn’t Cristiano Ronaldo playing for Al-Nassr against Benfica B in 2026 club friendly?

With the Saudi Pro League champion beginning preparations for a title defense, the absence of its biggest name has naturally attracted attention.
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Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr transfer problems after Saudi Pro League crown come down to one crucial difference with Al-Hilal

While fans anticipated another ambitious recruitment drive, the club has instead found itself struggling to keep pace with rival Al-Hilal, leaving many wondering why one Riyadh giant is spending freely while the other remains unusually quiet.
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/ 5 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo awaits Al-Nassr’s next transfer after Jhon Duran’s Benfica switch, but one major issue stands in the way

With Duran heading back to European soccer, speculation has intensified over who could partner Ronaldo next as the club prepares for the new campaign.
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Christian Pulisic linked with surprise move after 2026 World Cup woes with USMNT as Milan responds to fresh interest from Galatasaray

With fresh transfer speculation gathering pace, many supporters are now wondering whether the American star could be on the move before the new season begins.
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Lionel Messi’s international future decided as Argentina reportedly makes retirement wish clear after emotional 2026 World Cup ending

After an emotional ending to the 2026 World Cup, the question surrounding Messi’s international career has become one of soccer’s biggest stories, with the next decision from the Argentina icon carrying enormous weight.
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Leandro Paredes receives unexpected FIFA punishment update after heated 2026 World Cup final moment vs Spain

The chaotic scenes that followed the final whistle created one of the tournament’s biggest talking points, leaving questions over whether Argentina players would face serious consequences.
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Cristiano Ronaldo made more World Cup history despite Portugal’s last-16 exit: Every record he broke at the 2026 tournament

Let’s explore the mind-boggling statistics and breathtaking highlights that defined his highly anticipated final international chapter.
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Lionel Messi rewrote history despite final heartbreak: Every World Cup record Argentina’s captain broke at 2026 tournament

Let us dive into the jaw-dropping statistics and the incredible moments that defined a truly magical summer.