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 hit by fresh blow as second Saudi Pro League successive game boycott costs Al-Nassr captain in Golden Boot race

Cristiano Ronaldo’s season in Saudi Arabia was supposed to be defined by records, goals, and silverware. Instead, as the Saudi Pro League reaches a critical phase, frustration has begun to overshadow brilliance.
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/ 10 days ago

Christian Pulisic faces 2026 uncertainty as fresh injury with Milan sends alarm bells for USMNT ahead of FIFA World Cup

What initially looked like momentum has gradually turned into uncertainty, and what felt like a dream pre-World Cup season now carries unanswered questions — questions that neither club nor nation can afford to ignore.
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/ 10 days ago

Christian Pulisic injury update: Milan star handed key recovery period with focus on 2026 FIFA World Cup after missing Bologna win

As Milan navigates a delicate phase of the season and the 2026 World Cup looms ever closer, the American’s form, fitness, and rhythm have become inseparable topics.
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/ 15 days ago

Christian Pulisic witnesses chaos as Jean-Philippe Mateta posts cryptic message after 2026 World Cup-boosting move to Milan hits turbulence

In a story that has drawn attention across Europe, Jean-Philippe Mateta's highly anticipated transfer to Milan has hit unexpected turbulence.
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/ 15 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo suffers double 2026 blow as Al-Nassr captain loses Saudi Pro League Player of the Month award after being overtaken in Golden Boot race

Despite scoring regularly and remaining a central figure in the team’s attack, Ronaldo faced an unexpected setback: he missed out on the Saudi Pro League Player of the Month award, while the Golden Boot race took an intriguing twist.
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/ 15 days ago

Lionel Messi’s free-kick curse finally broken in 2026: Lamine Yamal, Marcus Rashford, and Robert Lewandowski left chasing these 10+ Messi records at Barcelona

Even after Lionel Messi’s departure, moments on the pitch still seemed tethered to what once was; patterns that refused to change, records that stood untouched, and expectations shaped by a standard no one else had set.
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/ 15 days ago

Christian Pulisic’s contract question looms after captain Mike Maignan kicks off Milan’s renewal era with extension until 2031: When will USMNT star sign new deal?

While one signature has already been secured, another, equally symbolic, remains unresolved, hovering in the background as Milan carefully plans its next move.
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/ 15 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo driving Al-Nassr transfer plan with surprise target: Everyone expects Vinicius in Saudi Pro League, but CR7 wants shock Real Madrid reunion

While Vinicius continues to dominate headlines as a dream target for Saudi soccer, attention is quietly shifting toward another familiar face from Ronaldo’s storied past.
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/ 15 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr plots stunning swoop for Barcelona flop turned gold with Lionel Messi’s ex-club set for huge windfall

Cristiano Ronaldo may soon be at the center of yet another surprising transfer storyline as Al-Nassr monitors a resurgent South American star whose European dream once unraveled far too early.
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/ 16 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo’s new teammate’s dream turns sour quickly: Al-Nassr’s only 2026 signing faces early reality check after Jorge Jesus’ decision

Cristiano Ronaldo’s influence continues to ripple through the Saudi league, attracting ambitious young talents eager to test themselves alongside one of soccer’s greatest icons.
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/ 16 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo sends short but powerful one-word message as his 961st career goal keeps Al-Nassr’s Saudi Pro League title dream alive

Cristiano Ronaldo once again found himself at the center of attention as Al-Nassr delivered a statement victory that reshaped the Saudi Pro League title race.
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/ 16 days ago

Christian Pulisic’s Milan chapter could get American twist after 2026 World Cup as Massimiliano Allegri plots shock free transfer swoop for USMNT star

Milan is quietly evaluating an intriguing opportunity that could reunite Pulisic with a familiar international teammate, one whose future suddenly appears far less certain than expected.
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/ 16 days ago

Karim Benzema’s Saudi Pro League adventure hits snag: Al-Ittihad boss Sergio Conceicao breaks silence as controversial renewal offer emerges

As attention turns toward Al-Ittihad’s internal dynamics, the absence of the club’s captain has raised eyebrows, fueled speculation, and forced the head coach into an uncomfortable public spotlight.
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/ 16 days ago

FIFA unveils Asia’s top 2025 spenders ahead of another Saudi era with Ousmane Dembele, Robert Lewandowski, Vinicius, and Mohamed Salah: Where does Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr stand?

FIFA’s latest financial data has quietly confirmed what many in world soccer have sensed for months: the center of gravity is shifting again.
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/ 16 days ago

Is Cristiano Ronaldo playing? Confirmed lineups for Al-Kholood vs. Al-Nassr in the Saudi Pro League

Cristiano Ronaldo’s name looms over the buildup, even before a ball is kicked, as Al-Kholood prepares to welcome Al-Nassr to Buraidah.