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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/ 196 days ago

Lamine Yamal injury controversy: Spain coach Luis de la Fuente sets record straight on Barcelona star with four-word response to Hansi Flick

Spain boss Luis de la Fuente has responded to Hansi Flick’s sharp criticism with a four-word claim that has only added fuel to the debate around Lamine Yamal’s recent injury.
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/ 196 days ago

Sergio Ramos makes headlines in Liga MX: Monterrey captain mimics Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami misfortune with embarrassing Panenka penalty-kick error (VIDEO)

Just like Lionel Messi earlier, Sergio Ramos made headlines in Mexico this week—but not for the right reasons.
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/ 196 days ago

Timely Milan injury boost as key teammate returns to help Christian Pulisic before Napoli showdown in Serie A

Christian Pulisic has been handed a huge boost — one that could tilt the balance in Milan’s favor. After weeks of uncertainty, a key teammate has finally returned from injury, and the timing could not be more perfect.
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/ 196 days ago

Why is Robert Lewandowski not playing for Barcelona against Real Oviedo in La Liga?

The headlines before kickoff center on something unusual — Robert Lewandowski is not named in the starting XI.
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/ 197 days ago

USMNT star helps Mexico rival in need: How Christian Pulisic guided Santiago Gimenez to end Milan scoring woes with seven-word advice

Finally unlocked and loaded, Santiago Gimenez delivered—but behind his resurgence lies an unexpected source of inspiration, courtesy of Christian Pulisic, his American teammate and rival on the international stage.
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/ 197 days ago

Finally unlocked and loaded: Santiago Gimenez delivers bold seven-word response after Milan transfer drama

In the Coppa Italia against Lecce, Gimenez not only broke his scoring drought but also sent a strong seven-word message to Milan’s management.
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/ 197 days ago

Ballon d’Or 2025: La Liga president Javier Tebas gives unusual seven-word reasoning for Lamine Yamal’s defeat to Ousmane Dembele

In a remark that has sparked debate across Spain and beyond, Tebas gave an unusual seven-word explanation for why Yamal did not claim the Golden Ball—adding a mysterious twist to an already dramatic evening.
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/ 197 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo effect: How Al-Nassr captain helped Joao Felix thrive in Saudi Pro League after failed stints at Chelsea, Barcelona, and Milan

In Saudi Arabia, alongside Cristiano Ronaldo, Felix has finally found stability and form, and the spark behind this transformation has left many wondering what truly ignited it.
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/ 197 days ago

Did Barcelona disrespect its own star Lamine Yamal? Club’s Ousmane Dembele Ballon d’Or post sparks harsh criticism

Barcelona’s reaction to Ousmane Dembele’s Ballon d’Or win has left many fans furious, with some accusing the club of disrespecting its very own wonderkid, Lamine Yamal.
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/ 197 days ago

Not even Cristiano Ronaldo managed it: Ousmane Dembele makes history with rare feat, joining Lionel Messi, Zinedine Zidane, and Ronaldinho among few

Ousmane Dembele’s latest triumph has elevated him into a club of only ten players in the history of the sport, a distinction so unique that even Cristiano Ronaldo, Johan Cruyff, and Ronaldo Nazario never touched it.
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/ 198 days ago

Luka Modric, Christian Pulisic, and Santiago Gimenez brace for Massimiliano Allegri’s absence in Coppa Italia: The bizarre reason why Milan boss will miss Lecce clash

Luka Modric, Christian Pulisic, and Santiago Gimenez will all be central to Milan’s ambitions in the Coppa Italia, but the Rossoneri will take the field without their head coach, Massimiliano Allegri, on the touchline.
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/ 198 days ago

2025 Ballon d’Or drama continues: Lamine Yamal’s father sparks controversy with bold six-word claim about Ousmane Dembele’s win

Lamine Yamal’s father, Mounir Nasraoui, made sure his discontent was heard, casting doubt on the legitimacy of the result with a bold six-word claim that has shaken the soccer world.
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/ 198 days ago

Lamine Yamal shows grace after Ballon d’Or loss as he congratulates Ousmane Dembele in style: But father issues fiery four-word warning (VIDEO)

Beyond the official rankings, it was Yamal’s humility and sportsmanship that stole the headlines, while his father’s words after the event carried a different kind of weight.
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/ 198 days ago

First words after losing to Ousmane Dembele: Lamine Yamal addresses Ballon d’Or heartbreak with inspiring 10-word message

The evening belonged to Dembele on the podium, but the true measure of character was shown after the curtain fell, when Barcelona’s prodigy finally broke his silence.
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/ 198 days ago

Who starts for Milan vs. Lecce? Christian Pulisic, Santiago Gimenez, and Luka Modric in Coppa Italia spotlight

As Milan prepares to face Lecce in the Round of 32, the focus has fallen on three of the biggest names in the squad: Christian Pulisic, Santiago Gimenez, and Luka Modric.