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

/ 885 days ago

Clash with Klopp leaves Liverpool's Tsimikas with bizarre injury

Following their nail-biting stalemate at Anfield, Liverpool failed in their attempt to unseat Arsenal as the Premier League leaders. In a thrilling match, both teams might have taken the lead going into Christmas had they won. However, they had to settle for a draw. As early as the fourth minute, Arsenal got off to the […]

Talks between Super League and EPL to continue despite rebuff

A new wave of media attention has focused on the European Super League following the European Court of Justice (ECJ) ruling earlier this month. When it first came out 32 months ago, nine out of the total founders dropped it nearly quickly after. Twelve teams made their plans to form a European Super League public […]

News

/ 885 days ago

Barcelona yet to settle full transfer fee for Pedri with Las Palmas

Barcelona will be responsible for paying Las Palmas the remaining parts of the Pedri transfer fee in early 2024. After signing Pedri in 2020, Barcelona still owe the Gran Canaria side a plethora of performance-based incentives. Thus, Xavi’s squad are still footing the bill for Pedri's move, even though he has become an indispensable player […]

News

/ 886 days ago

Shocking confession: Napoli regret not axing Garcia on first day

A shocking confession by Napoli's president has stunned the world: he wishes he had fired Rudi Garcia on the same day the coach was introduced. Owner and president Aurelio De Laurentiis spoke frankly about Rudi Garcia's limited time as head coach in an interview with Corriere dello Sport. His team is now serving as Italian […]

News

/ 886 days ago

Three-way war: Greenwood sets La Liga heavyweights ablaze

The three biggest clubs in Spain are allegedly vying for the signature of Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood during the next summer transfer window. In the wake of fan and staff anger, Manchester United decided against reintroducing Greenwood to the first squad. Instead, they sent him out on loan to La Liga side Getafe on […]

Leagues: EPL

/ 886 days ago

Major changes to 2024-25 EPL calendar set to impact all teams

The Premier League has set the start and finish dates for the 2024-25 season, with a gap of 90 days between seasons. The current campaign is approaching the halfway mark, with the release of the start and conclusion dates, we have a better idea of what the next season will bring. Kickoff for the 2024-25 […]

News

/ 886 days ago

Drastic UEFA fine in store for Barcelona impacting key players

Because of accusations of financial rule violations in previous seasons, Barcelona could face a heavy UEFA fine. After sweeping their UEFA Champions League group, which included Porto, Shakhtar Donetsk, and Antwerp, the La Liga heavyweights advanced to the Round of 16. Serie A champions Napoli will be their next opponents in a two-legged clash. But […]

News

/ 886 days ago

Will City wear Club World Cup winners badge in EPL?

Every year, when a club wins the Club World Cup trophy, they get a unique emblem to wear on the chest as a reminder of their accomplishment. Manchester City defeated Fluminense in Saudi Arabia for the Club World Cup. Two goals from Julian Alvarez practically won the trophy for his side. With the goal from […]

News

/ 886 days ago

Manchester City plots swoop for Canada star from Inter’s grip

In light of Inter wingback Juan Cuadrado's successful left Achilles tendon surgery, the club is looking at Club Brugge's Tajon Buchanan as a replacement. The Nerazzurri made an official announcement stating that the procedure had been successful. This past week, it became clear that Cuadrado, a 35-year-old international for Colombia, would have to have surgery […]

News

/ 887 days ago

Real Madrid player kicked off first team after sex tape scandal

Wednesday saw the debut of a youthful talent for Real Madrid’s matchday squad against Deportivo Alaves. The player was likely rejoicing in the significant accomplishment. What is more, injuries prevented Dani Carvajal and Ferland Mendy from joining Real Madrid's Thursday trip to Alaves. To that end, Carlo Ancelotti added four youngsters to the matchday roster […]

News

/ 887 days ago

Jesse Marsch shares one regret following Leeds departure

Jesse Marsch, who was a contender for the US national team and last managed Leeds, said that he now wishes he had accepted the position at Leicester City last spring. Despite the American's departure, the club's decline persisted, and he has still not returned to management duties. The team was relegated nonetheless. The Whites are […]

News

/ 887 days ago

Reece James takes aim at naysayers after hamstring surgery

Following Thursday's hamstring surgery, Chelsea captain Reece James informed his fans of his injury status. After suffering a persistent hamstring problem, the England and Chelsea fullback traveled to Finland for surgery. After suffering his most recent injury in last month's 2-0 defeat to Everton, James has undergone several evaluations. Given the gravity of the operation, […]

News

/ 887 days ago

Spurs willing to lure first rival Chelsea player since 2009

Among Chelsea's more dependable players this year has been Conor Gallagher. Mauricio Pochettino has just elevated him to the position of captain, as he is a product of the club's academy. He also makes frequent appearances for the England national team. The prospect of selling the 23-year-old in the winter would not even come up […]

News

/ 887 days ago

Marquez to bide his time: Barcelona make decision on next boss

Reports indicate that certain Barcelona players want head coach Xavi to step down, which has led to a tense scenario in the Blaugrana dressing room. These whispers began after their 1-0 UEFA Champions League Group Stage Matchday 4 loss to Shakhtar on Nov. 7. Most recently, after witnessing his Barcelona squad fight to a La […]

News

/ 887 days ago

'Give your ticket to somebody else': Klopp slams Anfield fans

If Liverpool supporters aren't going to rally behind the team in Saturday's match against Arsenal, Jurgen Klopp said they should just give their tickets away. Liverpool breezed into the Carabao Cup Semi-Finals on Wednesday with a 5-1 hammering of West Ham. However, the Reds boss was disappointed with the Anfield atmosphere. When the Reds failed […]