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 Real Madrid record in serious danger: Vinicius surpasses Karim Benzema and targets CR7's impressive UEFA Champions League all-time milestone

Now, as the season reaches a decisive stretch, a long-standing European benchmark linked to Madrid’s most decorated forward is suddenly under genuine pressure—thanks to the Brazilian winger who keeps rewriting expectations at club level.
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/ 123 days ago

Lamine Yamal overtaken in UEFA Champions League: Norway’s Erling Haaland-like sensation dominates dribbles in new shocking 2025-26 campaign stat

While Lamine Yamal continues to confirm his generational talent on the biggest stage, a new and unexpected figure has surged past him in one of the competition’s most telling attacking metrics.
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/ 123 days ago

Christian Pulisic draws fresh fire amid Serie A title battle: Fabio Capello questions Milan star’s influence and points to Lautaro Martinez of Inter as benchmark

As the Serie A season edges toward its defining stretch, Christian Pulisic once again finds himself at the center of a high-level debate that goes far beyond goals and assists.
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/ 123 days ago

Christian Pulisic watches on as Milan’s renewal order revealed: Mike Maignan kicks off contract domino as club unveils stance on USMNT star’s future

The future of Christian Pulisic at Milan has once again moved into the spotlight, and this time it is tied closely to a broader strategy unfolding behind the scenes at Casa Milan.
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/ 123 days ago

2026 FIFA World Cup spot with Germany on the line: Marc-Andre ter Stegen fires five-word warning to Girona after joining from Barcelona on loan

The build-up to the 2026 World Cup is already forcing decisive moves across Europe, and few have been as symbolic as the latest chapter involving Marc-Andre ter Stegen.
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/ 123 days ago

Christian Pulisic’s Milan watching closely: Arsenal's Gabriel Jesus drops unexpected Serie A switch hint that could boost his 2026 FIFA World Cup chances with Brazil

With his contract running until 2027 and Arsenal weighing long-term squad planning, speculation around his future has intensified rather than faded.
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/ 124 days ago

Lionel Messi threatens to dash Cristiano Ronaldo’s hopes of teaming up with Bernardo Silva: Inter Miami makes January plan to hijack Al-Nassr's move for Portugal star

ith Cristiano Ronaldo, Bernardo Silva, and Lionel Messi all woven into the same narrative, what once seemed like a straightforward end-of-contract story has suddenly become something far more complex.
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/ 124 days ago

Lionel Messi dream snub sparks Denis Bouanga outburst: Son Heung-min’s teammate fires back at LAFC with explosive 11-word message

With Son Heung-min, Denis Bouanga, and Lionel Messi all orbiting the same Major League Soccer narrative, a rejected move has sparked intrigue rather than closure.
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/ 124 days ago

Lionel Messi helps homegrown star step up in MLS: Inter Miami adds 18-year-old academy graduate attacker to first team through 2027-28 season

While much of the attention naturally revolves around Lionel Messi and the elite talent surrounding him, the club has quietly taken another step that underlines a broader vision — one that looks beyond immediate success and toward sustainability.
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/ 124 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo smiles again as Sadio Mane makes timely return for Al-Nassr: Will 2025 AFCON winner be ready to play against Al-Taawoun in Saudi Pro League?

After weeks of absence, Sadio Mane is back in Riyadh — and with him comes renewed optimism, fresh questions, and a potentially decisive boost in the Saudi Pro League title race.
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/ 124 days ago

Christian Pulisic put on notice ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup: One missing piece keeps USMNT ace behind Clint Dempsey and Landon Donovan

As the debate over the greatest USMNT player of all time resurfaces ahead of the 2026 World Cup, a familiar conclusion keeps emerging: club stardom alone is not enough.
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/ 124 days ago

UEFA and IFAB said no, but Arsene Wenger’s offside rule could still debut before 2026 FIFA World Cup: Idea refuses to die as CONCACAF league lined up for shock test

Despite strong resistance from Europe’s power brokers, Arsene Wenger remains at the heart of a proposal that could fundamentally reshape how offside is judged.
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/ 125 days ago

Another Kylian Mbappe-like saga brewing? PSG owner Nasser Al-Khelaifi sends eight-word warning to Ousmane Dembele regarding contract renewal

The echoes of the Kylian Mbappe era still linger in Paris, and any major contract discussion at Paris Saint-Germain is inevitably framed by what came before.
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/ 125 days ago

FIFA hit with another huge blow before 2026 World Cup: IFAB decides on Arsene Wenger's offside rule change proposal that sparked huge debate after UEFA’s call

The proposal has now collided with resistance at the highest level, underlining the deep divisions that still exist over how far soccer should evolve in the VAR era.
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Cristiano Ronaldo makes Saudi Pro League history after tough 2026 start: Al-Nassr captain secures immortality after breaking club’s all-time goalscoring record

After a difficult start to the calendar year in Saudi Arabia, the Portuguese icon delivered a defining night that not only steadied the season but also carved his name deeper into the legacy of Al-Nassr.