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.

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/ 232 days ago

Copa del Rey final to be Carlo Ancelotti’s last stand: Klopp, Alonso, and the Real Madrid shortlist revealed

Carlo Ancelotti, who led Real Madrid to multiple triumphs is reportedly set to leave the club after the Copa del Rey final on April 26 in Seville. But the club isn't just waiting for the final whistle—plans are already underway to determine who will carry the torch next.
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/ 232 days ago

Messi matched, Ronaldo unreachable in Champions League—But where does Thomas Muller go from here?

Thomas Muller’s name now sits beside Lionel Messi’s in the Champions League history books. But the record itself wasn’t the headline — it was how it came and what might come next.
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/ 233 days ago

Neymar’s emotional first Brazilian Serie A start with Santos cut short by new injury: How serious is it?

In a game that was supposed to mark his triumphant return, Neymar’s first start back in the Brazilian Serie A for Santos turned into a scene of quiet devastation. But then, just past the half-hour mark, the veteran sat on the grass and clutched his left thigh.
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/ 233 days ago

Arsenal makes history – or repeats it? The last time a Premier League side ended Real Madrid's Champions League reign

Arsenal's victory over Real Madrid in the 2024-25 quarter-finals is monumental—but it wasn’t the first time a Premier League side dethroned the defending kings of Europe.
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/ 233 days ago

Kylian Mbappe’s injury adds salt to Real Madrid’s Champions League disaster: What happened and how serious is it?

Kylian Mbappe exited the pitch injured in the second half, raising serious concerns Real Madrid in both Europe and La Liga. But what exactly happened to Mbappe? And just how serious is this injury?
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/ 233 days ago

Will Lionel Messi suit up alongside Luis Suarez vs. Columbus Crew? Inter Miami captain’s status revealed

Lionel Messi’s presence continues to be both a magnet for fans and a logistical phenomenon in MLS. But as game day approaches, fans are asking one critical question: Will Messi take the field in Cleveland alongside Luis Suarez?
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/ 233 days ago

Rashford’s Aston Villa heroics add salt to wound with Manchester United star done for the season

As Manchester United prepare for a potentially season-defining Europa League quarter-final clash with Lyon at Old Trafford, a major piece of their campaign puzzle has been abruptly removed. Manager Ruben Amorim confirmed almost 24 hours before the match that one of his most utilized players this season is now ruled out until next term.
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/ 233 days ago

Forget Messi and Suarez’s Inter Miami — Another MLS side in talks to make ambitious swoop for Kevin De Bruyne

As Kevin De Bruyne prepares to close the curtain on a decade of brilliance at Manchester City, speculation is mounting over his next destination. Many assumed that if he were to land in the MLS, it would be under the palm trees of Florida alongside Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez.
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/ 233 days ago

Pulisic, Gimenez, Leao… and Neymar? Milan eyes blockbuster reinforcement

Emotions are building in Milan as murmurs from Brazil suggest that a megastar may soon grace San Siro – but it’s not the name most fans were expecting. Could the Rossoneri add one of soccer’s most recognizable names to a frontline already boasting Christian Pulisic, Santiago Gimenez, and Rafael Leao?
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/ 234 days ago

‘Emotions get high’: Jude Bellingham’s cryptic comment hints at Real Madrid training fallout with teammate

With Kylian Mbappe’s shocking red card in La Liga, reports of a heated bust-up between Jude Bellingham and Antonio Rudiger, and the looming threat of elimination in Europe, the mood in Madrid is anything but calm.
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/ 234 days ago

Double setback for Carlo Ancelotti: Injuries rule out two Real Madrid key players for Arsenal clash

Real Madrid is gearing up for what could be the defining match of their 2024-25 season. However, a starter who had become key to the club’s European campaign, and another who has provided depth in recent months, have both been ruled out just 24 hours before kickoff at the Santiago Bernabeu.
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/ 234 days ago

Rafael Leao sends loud message to Milan: Decision made amid Barcelona rumors

The storm clouds have gathered over Milan in recent months. Yet, from the shadows of uncertainty, Rafael Leao has delivered a message loud and clear—one that might just change the tone of the club's present and future.
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/ 234 days ago

Could Wrexham be the next destination for Sergio Ramos? Transfer talk heats up amid Monterrey’s Liga MX disappointment

Sergio Ramos, the legendary former Real Madrid captain, is now being linked to the most unthinkable of destinations: League One’s very own Wrexham, backed by Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney.
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/ 234 days ago

‘Just like Cristiano Ronaldo’: Barcelona’s Hansi Flick lights a fire with bold Robert Lewandowski claim ahead of UEFA Champions League clash

Robert Lewandowski, at 36 years old, has once again proven that age is but a number—netting 40 goals in 46 appearances this season.
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/ 234 days ago

FIFA sparks controversy by lining up Barcelona for Club World Cup: Could Lionel Messi and Inter Miami battle Hansi Flick’s side?

The solution seemed straightforward until fresh reports from Mexico added a twist—the possible inclusion of Barcelona, one of world soccer’s biggest names.