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

/ 950 days ago

Too much? Barca offer Messi’s iconic kit number to Greenwood

Barcelona reportedly have shocking plans to outdo other clubs in the pursuit of Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood. After going on loan to La Liga club Getafe, the Englishman has been drawing quite an audience in Spain. The charges against Greenwood, including attempted sexual assault and violence, were dismissed back in February. When according to […]

News

/ 950 days ago

Tim Ream resolves future, aims for 2026 World Cup big role

This weekend, Fulham and American defender Tim Ream reached an agreement to extend the defender’s contract by one year. The Premier League side have tied the USMNT international until the end of the next 2024-25 campaign. Ream’s initial contract was scheduled to conclude at the end of the ongoing season. He has committed to staying […]

News

/ 950 days ago

Europe faces danger from Saudi League's new 2024 regulation

The Saudi Pro League (SPL) is considering changing its rules to expand its already massive roster of A-list players to even greater heights. The SPL has quickly become one of Asia's most prominent leagues and continues to look at ways to grow it. By 2024-25, the Saudi Pro League will have adopted new regulations that […]

News

/ 950 days ago

Massive fee: Ratcliffe to be compensated if United deal fails

A minority stake in Manchester United was agreed to be sold by the Glazer family to the British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe. The catch is that they might end up paying a hefty price if they reconsider. If the deal for the Englishman to join as a minority stakeholder is terminated, the Glazer family would […]

News

/ 950 days ago

Former EPL star ready to quit Saudi nightmare after six months

Although he has only been at Saudi club Al-Ahli for six months, former Liverpool striker Roberto Firmino may be ready to call it quits. When his contract with Liverpool expired in June 2023, the Brazilian striker chose to depart for free. The wealthy Saudi Pro League (SPL), Al-Ahli then swooped in over the summer and […]

News

/ 950 days ago

This means war? Players to sue FIFA for jam-packed schedules

The head of the Professional Footballers' Association (PFA) has admitted that the relentless soccer calendar might lead players to seek legal recourse. Players have long griped about the jam-packed schedules caused by the proliferation of local leagues, international duty, and other contests. The PFA are hopeful that new opportunities may arise due to last week's […]

News

/ 951 days ago

Onana sale didn't help: Serie A giants could declare bankruptcy

If Inter's current financial problems persist, the club's future is quite questionable. But with the money they made back by trading two players, they were able to buy themselves some more time. On the home front, the Serie A leaders are now unrivaled. As an added bonus, they have already advanced to the UEFA Champions […]
Pavel Byrkin

News

/ 951 days ago

New setback: Serie A law change poses threat to Super League

If Serie A clubs attempt to join the independent European Super League, the Italian Football Federation will remove them from the league. This unfortunate verdict follows a landmark finding in favor of the Super League by the European Court of Justice (ECJ). Because of a ruling by the ECJ, neither UEFA nor FIFA could punish […]

News

/ 951 days ago

LAFC nearing blockbuster deal to lure World Cup winner to MLS

Hugo Lloris, a seasoned French goalie, is on the verge of joining the Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC), signaling a major shift in the club's roster. Luring the 2018 World Cup winner to Major League Soccer would be a huge coup. The former France international has been named third choice after Guglielmo Vicario and Fraser […]

News

/ 951 days ago

Onana requests postponed AFCON release for touching reason

Andre Onana, Manchester United's goalkeeper, may miss four weeks of action due to his selection to the Cameroon national team for the Africa Cup of Nations. The Red Devils' starting goalkeeper’s tenure at Old Trafford got off to a rocky start. Therefore, it had been speculated that he would remain in Manchester to raise his […]

News

/ 952 days ago

Premier League side eager to pry Cancelo from Barca’s grasp

Joao Cancelo, a fullback from Portugal, is a target for Premier League powerhouse Arsenal, who is aiming to outbid Barcelona for his services. The Gunners will revisit their pursuit of the defender in the next summer transfer window. Towards the end of the summer transfer window, the Portugal international was loaned out by Manchester City […]

Leagues: Serie A

/ 952 days ago

Significant changes in Italy to have devastating effect on Serie A

The Italian Council of Ministers has made a huge shift that will impact Serie A and all Italian clubs. It is dreadful news for soccer in the country. The motion would have provided fiscal discounts for athletes, especially foreign players, until February. However, the Council of Ministers voted this down. Because of this, Serie A […]

News

/ 952 days ago

Brentford to replace Ivan Toney with USMNT's next big thing

Looking forward to the next transfer window, Brentford needs a power boost. Ivan Toney is a top player for the English national team. He looks likely to leave west London when his extended absence ends on Jan. 16. Bryan Mbeumo, the club's current leading scorer, is also out until March with an ankle injury. Many […]

News

/ 952 days ago

Arsenal turn to Bundesliga in bid to improve defence

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta seems to have set their sights high in the transfer market ahead of the next January and summer transfer windows. The Gunners have recently been linked with players like Victor Osimhen and Ivan Toney. Such signings would most certainly be ones that supporters would wholeheartedly support. Even though a striker is […]

News

/ 952 days ago

2023 over for Haaland: When will City striker return from injury?

Manchester City and Erling Haaland had not anticipated the striker's extended stint out of action this season with injury. Despite missing time, the Norwegian striker has scored 14 goals in the Premier League thus far this season. However, if the prolific ace could avoid the treatment table, he would have most certainly netted more. The […]