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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/ 14 days ago

Christian Pulisic’s 2026 woes deepen as he unleashes wrath of Milan teammate Rafael Leao: ‘He never passes it and nobody says anything’

Christian Pulisic continues a difficult 2026 at Milan, and tensions have boiled over with teammate Rafael Leao, sparking questions about the chemistry in the Rossoneri attack.
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/ 14 days ago

Neymar’s heartbreaking reaction to missing out on Brazil’s pre-2026 FIFA World Cup friendlies call-up emerges: ‘Hey Carlo Ancelotti, what about me?’

Brazil’s preparations for the 2026 World Cup have been marked by both excitement and unexpected drama, as star forward Neymar confronted the harsh reality of missing out on the national team squad.
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/ 14 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo selection mystery deepens as Roberto Martinez delivers cryptic update ahead of Portugal’s USMNT and Mexico pre-2026 FIFA World Cup friendlies

Portugal’s preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have taken an intriguing turn, as head coach Roberto Martinez addressed growing speculation surrounding the availability of Cristiano Ronaldo for the upcoming international friendlies.
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/ 14 days ago

Christian Pulisic receives timely Milan contract extension update amid struggles in 2026 ahead of crucial home FIFA World Cup with USMNT

The road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup is beginning to shape careers and decisions long before a ball is kicked, and few players embody that tension more than Christian Pulisic.
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/ 14 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo’s injury compounded as Al-Nassr loses Inigo Martinez as well: The timeline for his absence revealed

Al-Nassr’s campaign in the Saudi Pro League has been dealt a fresh setback, with news emerging that Inigo Martinez has suffered an injury just as the club continues to manage the absence of Cristiano Ronaldo.
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/ 14 days ago

Is Lamine Yamal playing? Confirmed lineups for Barcelona vs. Newcastle in the UEFA Champions League

As Lamine Yamal continues to emerge as one of soccer’s brightest young stars, his presence looms large over a finely poised clash between Barcelona and Newcastle.
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/ 15 days ago

Christian Pulisic dragged into heated Milan dressing room conflict: What reportedly happened between the USMNT star and Rafael Leao?

For Christian Pulisic and Rafael Leao, a moment of visible frustration has sparked questions that go far beyond a single match.
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/ 15 days ago

Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal snubbed: Why did Senegal reject Argentina and Spain pre-2026 FIFA World Cup friendlies?

As Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal prepared for potential high-profile encounters, an unexpected twist emerged.
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/ 15 days ago

Christian Pulisic caught in drama as star teammate points finger at Milan and boss Massimiliano Allegri for unlikely 2026 FIFA World Cup call-up

While Christian Pulisic continues to struggle in attack, the spotlight has shifted toward a teammate whose situation reflects a deeper tactical dilemma under Massimiliano Allegri.
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/ 15 days ago

Christian Pulisic and Weston McKennie key names in USMNT’s pre-2026 FIFA World Cup friendlies squad vs. Portugal and Belgium: Will they face Cristiano Ronaldo?

From uncertainty to anticipation, the spotlight once again turns to Christian Pulisic and Weston McKennie as the United States prepares for a defining international window, one that could shape their path toward 2026.
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/ 15 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo on verge of turning trophyless Saudi Pro League spell into historic double with Al-Nassr

With Cristiano Ronaldo leading the charge, the club now stands on the threshold of a remarkable chapter, one that could redefine both its modern identity and the Portuguese icon’s legacy in Saudi soccer.
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/ 15 days ago

Neymar responds to Carlo Ancelotti’s heartbreaking Brazil snub with powerful social media message as 2026 FIFA World Cup dreams take hit

The emotional weight of international soccer has once again fallen heavily on Neymar, as the Brazilian icon has again responded to a painful decision from Carlo Ancelotti.
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/ 18 days ago

Christian Pulisic’s Milan contract saga takes new twist with Premier League clubs lurking: Why the Serie A side is holding off on USMNT star’s renewal

ertainty has suddenly surrounded the future of Christian Pulisic at Milan, raising questions about why negotiations over a new long-term contract have unexpectedly slowed down.
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/ 18 days ago

Christian Pulisic’s Milan role safe despite 2026 struggles as Massimiliano Allegri stands firm, the real reason revealed

Despite the American forward’s ongoing struggle to rediscover his scoring touch, manager Massimiliano Allegri continues to trust him as a central figure in the team’s attack.
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/ 18 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo’s injury takes toll as Ivan Toney reclaims Saudi Pro League Golden Boot lead after controversial and heated incident with Julian Quinones

While Cristiano Ronaldo remains sidelined with injury, the spotlight has shifted toward two other prolific forwards: Ivan Toney and Julian Quinones.