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

/ 1024 days ago

Dempsey: Berhalter could be fired if US crashes in Copa America

Clint Dempsey thinks that the 2024 Copa America might be a turning point for Gregg Berhalter, the current United States manager. Over the World Cup, Berhalter's squad fell just shy of expectations without completely missing the mark. Yet, when the contract of the 50-year-old ended, US Soccer might have appointed a more interesting candidate. On […]

News

/ 1025 days ago

Bernardeschi admits error in MLS move, unveils likely next club

The 'wrong project,' according to Federico Bernardeschi, was his stint with Toronto FC, which is not working out. Consequently, he has acknowledged the possibility of returning to Juventus. Last summer, Bernardeschi became a member of Toronto FC after leaving Juventus as a free agent. The MLS club brought him in along with fellow Italians Lorenzo […]

News

/ 1025 days ago

United turn to Serie A again amid Onana's poor performance

Following Andre Onana's lackluster debut season for the team, Manchester United are allegedly monitoring Lazio goalkeeper Ivan Provedel. More than any other player, Andre Onana has been a defining presence in Manchester United's UEFA Champions League campaign. Following the final whistle at Galatasaray's Rams Park stadium, where a tumultuous 3-3 draw concluded, the shot-stopper found […]

News

/ 1025 days ago

Messi linked to 2024 return to Hong Kong for revived tournament

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami could be preparing for another game in Hong Kong. His side, Inter Miami, is in talks to take part in the much-awaited 2024 Lunar New Year Cup, according to rumors from Asia. The 36-year-old’s prospective presence would be his second trip to Hong Kong, having visited the city in 2014. […]

News

/ 1025 days ago

2024 CONCACAF W Gold Cup: Schedule and venues revealed

Concacaf released the sites and dates for the debut edition of the 2024 Women's Gold Cup. This tournament marks the first edition of the Gold Cup specifically for national teams in the region. The qualification process is currently in progress and is set to continue until February 2024. The competition will take place at four […]

News

/ 1026 days ago

Neither Madrid nor Brazil: Surprise offer lands on Ancelotti’s desk

The coach of Real Madrid, Carlo Ancelotti, has reportedly been approached by Manchester United with an unexpected offer. The Real Madrid manager's future is still up in the air; rumors have circulated that he may go to coach Brazil. Thus, the Carlo Ancelotti soap opera has reached a critical new stage. The persistent question has […]

News

/ 1026 days ago

Premier League may bring IFAB's sin bins in 2024

Debate surrounds the idea of using sin bins at the highest levels of soccer, and that includes the Premier League. This is an effort to change how players behave toward referees. The sport's governing body, the International Football Association Board (IFAB), gave the go-ahead for testing sin bins rigorously. This is different from a red […]

News

/ 1026 days ago

Kristian Fletcher running out of time to make Swansea debut

Kristian Fletcher was loaned out by DC United to Swansea City in September to stay until December. It was expected that one of DC United's finest homegrown players would be given a chance in Europe. In addition, the fact that the teams are owned by the same people makes it even more logical that they […]

News

/ 1026 days ago

Most Common Injuries in Soccer: What You Need to Know

The most-watched sport in the world, soccer, is characterized by high-octane action, expert passing, and fierce rivalry. Unfortunately, the thrills of the game are not without their dangers. The physical demands of soccer include quickness, dexterity, strength, and stamina. There is a tremendous amount of physical strain on the players' bodies from the continual sprinting, rapid […]

Leagues: Serie A

/ 1029 days ago

Pulisic and Musah's teammate achieves incredible Serie A mark

Francesco Camarda, a forward for AC Milan, has become the league's youngest player after making his professional debut for the Rossoneri at just 15 years and 260 days old. It seems like every year in soccer brings new challenges to the already high learning curve. As they prove themselves to be more than their years […]

News

/ 1029 days ago

South Africa's unexpected stance on 2027 Women World Cup bid

It has been announced that South Africa will not be vying to host the 2027 Women's World Cup. This weekend, the South African Football Association (SAFA) stunned the soccer world by announcing it was pulling out of the bidding process to host the tournament. Four countries competed for the right to host the event, with […]

News

/ 1029 days ago

Copa America 2024 pots revealed ahead of draw

The 2024 Copa America draw is scheduled for Thursday, December 7, and instead of the customary 10 teams anxiously awaiting their destiny, there will be 16 teams. Six CONCACAF nations will compete in the 48th event, which will be held in the US. This is in response to the confederation's strategic alliance with CONMEBOL, which […]

News

/ 1029 days ago

Ex-England, Barca and Spurs boss, Terry Venables, dies aged 80

Former England, Barcelona, and Tottenham manager Terry Venables passed away at the age of 80 after a protracted illness. Confirming the news, his family published a statement on Sunday afternoon reading: "We are totally devastated by the loss of a wonderful husband and father who passed away peacefully yesterday after a long illness. We would […]

Leagues: Liga MX

/ 1029 days ago

Liga MX schedule adopts new playoffs structure

The 2023 La Liga MX Apertura Tournament is in its closing stages. There is one remaining place for either Santos Laguna or Club Leon to join the seven teams that have qualified for the ‘Liguilla’/Quarter-Finals. The first six places were decided on league position, with America, Monterrey, Tigres, Pumas, Chivas and Puebla securing those spots. […]

News

/ 1030 days ago

Kosovo venture to USA in pursuit of youth talent for national team

Young players who have Albanian ancestry are being sought after by the Football Federation of Kosovo (FFK) for potential future national team representation. With the hope of discovering "Albanian talents who one day can represent the national team," the Kosovar FA's coaching staff will hold a training camp in the United States at the end […]