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

Carl Recine

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/ 189 days ago

Supercomputer’s early UEFA Champions League contender prediction surprises fans: PSG only third, Barcelona and Real Madrid ranked low

While Paris Saint-Germain sits third on the list of favorites, and Barcelona and Real Madrid are far behind in the early projections, it is one English contender that has suddenly emerged as the leading candidate, superseding the likes of Liverpool and Manchester City.
James Gill/Getty Images

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/ 189 days ago

$140 million Saudi Pro League plan could shockingly hand Manchester United another Cristiano Ronaldo reunion

Cristiano Ronaldo’s name is once again being linked to Manchester United. Two years after the Portuguese superstar’s dramatic Old Trafford exit, reports suggest the Red Devils could be heading for a reunion that might be worth as much as $140 million.
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/ 189 days ago

Neymar yet to play for Brazil under Carlo Ancelotti: When will Santos star return to the pitch from latest injury?

With Brazil already qualified for the 2026 World Cup, Carlo Ancelotti’s Selecao prepare for October friendlies against South Korea and Japan—but Neymar’s ongoing absence remains the biggest storyline
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/ 190 days ago

Reason why Christian Pulisic still hasn’t signed new Milan deal finally revealed: What’s next for USMNT ace after his Serie A rise?

A previous agreement was close, but the fact that it was never signed still lingers as an unanswered question.
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/ 190 days ago

What is FIFA’s new green card and how will it work? U-20 World Cup tests bold rule change

Soccer fans are used to the drama of referees reaching for yellow and red cards, but at the U-20 World Cup in Chile, a new color has suddenly entered the spotlight: green.
Judit Cartiel & Florencia Tan Jun/Getty Images

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/ 190 days ago

Lamine Yamal claps back at Barcelona boss Hansi Flick's pressure warning with eight-word response ahead of PSG clash in UEFA Champions League

In the build-up to this tie, the 18-year-old Barcelona winger made headlines with a bold social media post that contained an eight-word response to his coach, Hansi Flick's pressure warnings aimed in his direction.
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/ 190 days ago

What is FIFA’s new green card and how will it work? U-20 World Cup tests bold rule change

The question now resonates around the soccer world: what is this mysterious card, and how will it change the game?
Abdullah Ahmed/Getty Images

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/ 190 days ago

Why is Cristiano Ronaldo not playing for Al-Nassr against Al-Zawraa in the AFC Champions League 2?

Fans in Iraq had waited for a glimpse of the Portuguese icon, only to discover that Al-Nassr had travelled without its star man.
Alex Grimm/Getty Images

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/ 190 days ago

Why is Raphinha not playing for Barcelona vs. PSG in the UEFA Champions League?

For Barcelona, one of their most dynamic attacking outlets, Raphinha, has been ruled out on a night where his energy and creativity would have been invaluable.
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/ 190 days ago

No direct Lamine Yamal clash: Why is Ousmane Dembele not playing for PSG vs. Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League?

The anticipated duel in the UEFA Champions League between Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain had captured so much imagination—until it was confirmed that Ousmane Dembele would not feature.
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/ 191 days ago

No one in Serie A can beat Christian Pulisic since 2023: Milan star surpasses Lautaro Martinez and Romelu Lukaku in one crucial stat

The American forward has gone toe-to-toe with some of Serie A’s finest, including Lautaro Martinez of Inter and Romelu Lukaku of Napoli. Yet, the numbers show something remarkable: Pulisic has left them all behind in one pivotal achievement.
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/ 191 days ago

Club vs country saga continues: Spain could be without Lamine Yamal for October's 2026 World Cup Qualifiers, and Barcelona holds blame

The tug-of-war between club and country has long been a recurring drama in soccer, but few cases highlight it as starkly as that of Lamine Yamal.
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/ 191 days ago

Why is Jude Bellingham not playing for Real Madrid against Kairat Almaty in the UEFA Champions League?

This Tuesday, as Madrid travels deep into Central Asia for its UEFA Champions League tie, one burning question hovers over the fixture: Why is Jude Bellingham not included in Real Madrid's starting XI against Kairat Almaty?
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/ 191 days ago

Potential Christian Pulisic and Robert Lewandowski partnership on the horizon? Milan explores shock deal for Barcelona star after first contact with agent

Whispers from Italy suggest that the Rossoneri are considering an audacious move that could redefine their attacking line. The question lingers: Could Christian Pulisic be teaming up with Robert Lewandowski next season?
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/ 191 days ago

Fabio Capello offers bold seven-word explanation of how Christian Pulisic can power Milan’s Serie A title charge

Former Rossoneri coach Fabio Capello has used a seven-word explanation to describe how Pulisic can guide Milan to the Scudetto this season.