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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/ 955 days ago

Two options on table for Aston Villa to resolve Castore kit issues

Castore, the producer of the 2023/24 Aston Villa wet-look shirts, plan to provide the club with numerous options to address the problem. Although the issue is most apparent on Aston Villa's home jerseys, which get noticeably darker throughout games, players have complained that the white away kit is just as bad. Due to its inability […]

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/ 955 days ago

Roy Keane linked to coaching return amid reports of fantastic plot

In June, Wales hoped that Roy Keane would end his coaching exile to take over for Robert Page. With his 2018 dismissal from his role as Ireland's assistant coach under Martin O'Neill, Keane has been absent from the global stage. A year after reuniting with O'Neill at Nottingham Forest, Keane's coaching career came to a […]

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/ 955 days ago

Guardiola planning blockbuster move for Real Madrid midfielder

Pep Guardiola, manager of treble champions Manchester City, allegedly has his sights set on Real Madrid senior midfielder Toni Kroos. Last year, rumors circulated that Kroos was debating whether to retire or continue his career in Madrid. Given that he had already retired from Germany at the international level, this would have hardly been a […]

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/ 955 days ago

No Qatar takeover for Man Utd: Ratcliffe agrees 25% stake

The state of Qatar will not be taking over Man Utd. The bid fronted by Sheikh Jassim was withdrawn. In November of last year, United's owners, the Glazer family, made the decision to sell the team. Two of the more persistent suitors were Sheikh Jassim and the British petrochemicals magnate Jim Ratcliffe, acting via his […]

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/ 955 days ago

Burger love story: Chelsea banned food truck to save Hazard

Former Chelsea and Real Madrid forward Eden Hazard was widely considered to be among the sport's all-time greats, despite his relationship with food. Hazard's career has been a roller coaster, with many moments of brilliance and occasional disappointments. He was known for his great dribbling ability, inventiveness on the pitch, and propensity for scoring goals. […]

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/ 956 days ago

US investors eye WSL amid EPL refusal of $30m relaunch costs

US private equity groups are allegedly considering acquiring the Women's Super League in preparation for the league's rebirth in season 2024-25. The WSL is at a turning point just as interest in women's soccer is at an all-time high. Once this season concludes, the Football Association (FA) said it will no longer oversee either of […]

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/ 956 days ago

Arrest warrant issued for Sturridge: What did ex-EPL star do?

A US judge issued an arrest warrant for former England, Liverpool, and Chelsea striker Daniel Sturridge. It stems from a disagreement over who located his stolen dog. In July 2019, Sturridge posted an online plea for help in finding his lost Pomeranian. The 34-year-old player who lived in Los Angeles at the time quickly reunited […]

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/ 956 days ago

McKennie's future at Juventus decided after recent resurgence

Over the Summer, Juventus urged Weston McKennie to leave during the transfer window. He stayed, and his recent success on the pitch made waves in Max Allegri's starting selection. The previous season was difficult for the American. His failed loan at Leeds did not move the needle. As a result, Juventus made him available for […]

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/ 956 days ago

Luka Modric hints at January exit amid playing time struggles

There was always going to be a natural drop in Luka Modric's playing time as he turned 38 in early September. There is a generational shift occurring at Real Madrid as the older players make way for the younger ones. This has resulted in regular minutes for players like Jude Bellingham, Eduardo Camavinga, Fede Valverde, […]

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/ 956 days ago

Messi Meets America docuseries panned by critics

When seven-time Ballon d’Or winner, Lionel Messi, announced he was heading to Miami to play for Inter Miami, it made headlines throughout the globe. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for soccer enthusiasts to see how a legendary player helped revitalize the sport in North America. Apple TV+ has begun streaming the six-part docuseries "Messi Meets […]

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/ 957 days ago

Strasbourg fans mock Chelsea's Boehly after summer takeover

Strasbourg fans have already voiced their discontent with Chelsea owner Todd Boehly. The American consortium only took over the French side a mere four months ago. The American has had mixed results with the Blues since purchasing the club. Chelsea had its worst season in recent memory during his first year in charge. Consequently, the […]

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/ 957 days ago

Bayern's shocking revelation: Exact fee for Harry Kane disclosed

In pursuit of championships and a more prominent role in the team, Harry Kane left his lifelong club of Tottenham for Bayern this summer for a massive fee. The Englishman’s lone goal in Tottenham's 1-0 win against Manchester City this February made him the club's all-time best scorer, breaking Jimmy Greaves' record that had stood […]

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/ 957 days ago

Inter exit, Chelsea exile: Lukaku opens up on turbulent summer

Romelu Lukaku spoke about the surprising challenges he encountered this summer, such as his spell at Inter and his time at Chelsea. The current Roma star practiced with the reserve team for the Blues before agreeing to join Jose Mourinho's Roma. Before this, he had attempted to return to Inter and also move to Juventus. […]

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/ 957 days ago

Conte rejects Napoli, unexpected frontrunner to replace Garcia

Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis is considering his options, including Antonio Conte, to replace Rudi Garcia. Napoli sits fifth in the Serie A standings with 14 points after eight games. That comes after four victories and two draws. In comparison to last season, under Luciano Spalletti, they were one of the most dynamic teams in […]

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/ 957 days ago

Everton's new stadium will look spectacular, says former star

After more than six decades, Everton is hosting matches at its stadium during a major international tournament with Euro 2028. The United Kingdom and Ireland won hosting duties for the European Championships in 2028. Matches are at a total of ten venues in England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. Turkey withdrew […]