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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/ 214 days ago

Argentine connection in MLS: Is Rodrigo De Paul the key to Lionel Messi’s contract renewal with Inter Miami?

As Inter Miami prepares to unveil yet another high-profile signing, speculation is mounting over what it could mean for the club’s most valuable asset.
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/ 214 days ago

Controversy never ends: One rigorous FIFA rule breach emerges after Chelsea’s Club World Cup victory over PSG

When Chelsea stunned the soccer world by defeating Paris Saint-Germain 3-0 in the FIFA Club World Cup Final, it wasn’t just the scoreline that shocked fans and pundits.
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/ 214 days ago

Aleksander Ceferin’s no-show speaks volumes: Why the UEFA president snubbed the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup

Despite his high-ranking status in global soccer, UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin was nowhere to be seen at the FIFA Club World Cup 2025, a move that did not go unnoticed.
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/ 214 days ago

Champions League, Europa League, Conference League? Not for 10 years: UEFA punishes club over shocking misstep

In an extraordinary ruling that has sent shockwaves through European soccer, UEFA has issued a 10-year ban to a club that recently participated in continental competition, barring them from all UEFA-organized tournaments.
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/ 215 days ago

Shock club ready to bring Cristiano Ronaldo back to Serie A?

Despite his age, Ronaldo’s name remains in the headlines—not just for his performances but for his next possible destination.
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/ 215 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo or Lamine Yamal – Who is better? CR7’s son makes eye-opening four-word comparison with Barcelona star

During a recent livestream hosted by U.S. content creator Rakai, a question posed to Cristiano Ronaldo Jr., the eldest son of Cristiano Ronaldo, sparked both curiosity and debate across the soccer world.
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/ 215 days ago

Could Christian Pulisic link up with Cristiano Ronaldo at Al-Nassr? His reported Saudi Pro League interest response speaks volumes

Rumors swirled that Christian Pulisic might be tempted to follow in the footsteps of Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema by heading to the Middle East’s growing soccer project.
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/ 215 days ago

Not just winning the FIFA 2025 Club World Cup: Lionel Messi’s Argentina teammate makes rare world champion history

But in 2025, one Argentine midfielder carved his name into history, becoming the only active player to win both the FIFA World Cup and the FIFA Club World Cup.
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/ 215 days ago

More than Chelsea’s woes: Why Al-Hilal is feeling the burn after the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup

The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup may have delivered global exposure and huge financial windfalls, but for several clubs, the aftermath is beginning to take a toll.
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/ 215 days ago

Who made the most cash? FIFA Club World Cup 2025 prize money breakdown for Chelsea, PSG, Real Madrid, Manchester City, Inter Miami, and others

With top-tier soccer and a revamped structure came an equally massive prize pot—though just how much each team walked away with remained one of the tournament's most closely watched mysteries.
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/ 218 days ago

PSG never did this with golden trio of Lionel Messi, Neymar, and Kylian Mbappe — Now Luis Enrique wants it all

Paris Saint-Germain has long been chasing continental greatness, but under Luis Enrique, it might finally be on the brink of something no other club in history has achieved. Seven titles. One calendar year. Total dominance.
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/ 218 days ago

Prize money breakdown for 2025 FIFA Club World Cup final: How much PSG or Chelsea stand to earn

Beneath the surface of glory and drama lies an even more dramatic subplot, one that only becomes clearer as the match unfolds: just how much is at stake for the winner?
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/ 218 days ago

The secret weapon Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, and Neymar’s PSG never used: Kick-off routine could decide FIFA Club World Cup final vs. Chelsea

Hidden beneath the surface of flair and firepower lies a nuance—a routine that PSG have quietly perfected, something they simply couldn't pull off during the reign of Lionel Messi, Neymar, and Kylian Mbappe.
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/ 218 days ago

Only one can reign: Kylian Mbappe or Vinicius? Real Madrid prepares for ruthless decision in Xabi Alonso’s tactical shake-up

The spotlight has fallen not just on the team’s lack of trophies but also on internal friction—most notably between Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Jr, two of the biggest stars in world soccer.
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/ 218 days ago

Could Rodrigo de Paul step in for Sergio Busquets and link up with Lionel Messi at Inter Miami? Javier Mascherano offers diplomatic take

As the 2025 MLS season heads into a critical phase, speculation is intensifying around the future of Inter Miami’s roster—and whether one of Lionel Messi’s most trusted Argentina teammates might soon join him in Florida.