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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/ 203 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo's Saudi Pro League on alert: How Florentino Perez's Kylian Mbappe dream-come-true could cost Vinicius' future at Real Madrid

The irony is clear: what Florentino Perez gained in Mbappe could come at the expense of Vinicius.
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/ 203 days ago

Are there tensions between Vinicius and Xabi Alonso? Real Madrid boss addresses issue with seven-word claim after Champions League snub

Vinicius Junior began the latest Champions League game on the bench, sparking questions about his relationship with coach Xabi Alonso. To add intrigue, Alonso has now addressed the issue with a seven-word claim that only fuels further debate.
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/ 203 days ago

Will Robert Lewandowski stay at Barcelona next season? Deco’s seven-word update on contract talks raises more questions than answers

Robert Lewandowski's contract runs out in less than twelve months, and Barcelona’s sporting director Deco has now offered a cryptic seven-word update that has left fans both puzzled and concerned.
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/ 203 days ago

Two decades after Marco Materazzi incident: Zidane may appear at 2026 FIFA World Cup, but not with France

Now, remarkably, the Zidane name could return to the World Cup spotlight in 2026. This time, however, it might not be the legendary playmaker himself, but his son, Luca Zidane, who steps onto soccer’s grandest stage.
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/ 203 days ago

Better than Kylian Mbappe, Harry Kane, and Ousmane Dembele: Christian Pulisic wins Milan fans' hearts once again by outperforming elite list in stunning stat

When the debate turns to the world’s most creative footballers, names like Kylian Mbappe, Harry Kane, Ousmane Dembele, and Christian Pulisic inevitably come up.
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/ 203 days ago

Santiago Gimenez and Luka Modric headline Milan’s XI for Udinese: Will Christian Pulisic reclaim his starting spot in Serie A?

Luka Modric, Santiago Gimenez, and Christian Pulisic headline the talking points as Milan prepares for its Serie A clash against Udinese on Saturday evening.
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/ 204 days ago

Neither Christian Pulisic nor Santiago Gimenez: Serie A ace dominates key metric over global stars like Erling Haaland, Kylian Mbappe, and Harry Kane

At a time when Erling Haaland, Kylian Mbappe, and Harry Kane are firing on all cylinders for their clubs, a different striker has stolen the spotlight.
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/ 204 days ago

Brazil legend Ronaldo Nazario issues stern 10-word World Cup 2026 warning about Neymar to Carlo Ancelotti

This week, one of the nation’s most legendary figures delivered a 10-word message that has everyone talking, particularly when it comes to Neymar Jr.’s role at the tournament.
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/ 204 days ago

Barcelona stay or Manchester United return? Marcus Rashford clears the air on future plans after stunning UEFA Champions League display

Would he stay in Catalonia, or head back to Manchester United next season? The answer may have just been revealed — and it has major implications for both clubs.
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/ 204 days ago

Ousmane Dembele vs. Lamine Yamal: Who holds the edge in latest 2025 Ballon d’Or Power Rankings?

The stage is set in Paris as the world prepares to discover who will be crowned the best player on the planet.
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/ 204 days ago

Did Ruben Amorim misjudge Marcus Rashford? Barcelona loanee’s eye-opening statistic that has Manchester United fans shaking their heads

Is Ruben Amorim already regretting his harsh decision? That is the question on many fans’ lips as Marcus Rashford lit up St. James’ Park with a sensational performance in Barcelona’s Champions League opener.
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/ 204 days ago

Will Christian Pulisic be back in Milan’s starting lineup vs. Udinese? Boss Massimiliano Allegri addresses USMNT star's role after back-to-back sub appearances

Christian Pulisic has been a substitute for Milan in their last two games, but will he be named to the starting lineup this time?
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/ 205 days ago

Following footsteps from Real Madrid to Milan? How transfer talks for Luka Modric’s former teammate to join him in Serie A fell apart

But while Modric has been stealing the headlines, it has now been revealed that the Rossoneri’s management seriously considered another major addition — one of Modric’s long-time Real Madrid teammates — only for the deal to fall through at the final stage.
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/ 205 days ago

Harry Kane rewrites UEFA Champions League history with new record: Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar welcome Bayern star to elite list

With a brace that left the visitors stunned, Harry Kane not only powered his side to victory but also earned his place among some of soccer’s greatest names — Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar — by entering an exclusive Champions League club.
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/ 205 days ago

The true cost of change: Manchester United’s potential payout for Ruben Amorim exit revealed — and it won’t come cheap

Ruben Amorim, who arrived to much fanfare, now finds himself in the spotlight — and the question many are asking is how costly it would be for the club to walk away from the Portuguese tactician.