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martina alcheva

Martina has over 13 years of experience in online sports journalism, with more than four years specializing in soccer. She focuses on soccer-related content, including match previews and daily news. Martina joined Futbol Sites in September 2020 and World Soccer Talk in June 2023.

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/ 269 days ago

Scapegoat? Barca to make major sale to avoid FFP restrictions

Knowing how well Spain did at Euro 2020, you can see why Pedri has been among the best Barcelona midfielders. He moved from Las Palmas to Barcelona in 2020 and has been a big part of the recent Catalans' revival. But, in a way, he messed up his future by playing in two events in […]

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/ 270 days ago

MLS losing appeal? Star to return to Barcelona for shocking price

An era came to a close in 2022 when Riqui Puig departed Barcelona. Puig brought his infectious spirit to Major League Soccer and the warm beaches of Los Angeles with him when he signed with the Galaxy. In 2023, the Los Angeles Galaxy had a terrible season. Everyone was watching as the most legendary team […]

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/ 270 days ago

How Arsenal tried to recruit Messi, Fabregas, and Gerard Pique

The legendary Gerard Pique was driven to continue playing in his later years only by his devotion to Barcelona. Suddenly retiring in November of last season, the 37-year-old contributed significantly to the club's financial situation. He passed on a large portion of his remaining contract salary. After leaving the academy as a youngster to play […]

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/ 270 days ago

Vitesse to go bankrupt? Ex-Chelsea players donate to save club

Following an 18-point penalty and relegation, Dutch club Vitesse has been pushed to the brink of bankruptcy. This has only forced supporters to pitch in for survival. This season was the first time in 35 years that Vitesse had been demoted from the top division. The Dutch Football Association docked them 18 points for willful […]

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/ 270 days ago

How many points do Miami need to qualify for MLS Playoffs?

Could Inter Miami do anything this year that they failed to achieve last? Making the playoffs is the first and foremost objective for every Major League Soccer team before the season begins. Looking at it objectively, it isn't very challenging. After all, more than half of the league makes it to the next phase. And […]

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/ 271 days ago

Messi's young teammate eyes Europe move after Miami stardom

One of Inter Miami’s rising star players, Benjamin Cremaschi, has dropped hints that he may go to Europe for a more established team. Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez, and Sergio Busquets have been the club's most talked-about stars this season. However, the Herons’ younger players have been quietly making waves alongside the veterans. Among Tata Martino’s […]

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/ 271 days ago

Milan: 4 high-profile recruits to join Pulisic and Musah in 2024

After winning Serie A in 2022, Milan will fire Stefano Pioli this summer, failing to deliver any trophies since. Although the Italian is still in charge, the club will unlikely retain him for his last year on the contract. This summer, he looks to depart San Siro after a disappointing season. Milan finished outside of […]

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/ 271 days ago

PGMOL targets VAR change in Premier League next season

Following video assistant referee intervention, Premier League fans may finally find out next season why officials have altered their minds. PGMOL has suggested a significant modification to the VAR system. As things are, spectators have no idea why referees consult the pitchside monitor and then reverse their judgment. As a result, the Premier League officials […]

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/ 271 days ago

US owner brings Parma back to Serie A after three-year hiatus

With Wednesday's 1-1 draw against Bari, Serie B leaders Parma officially sealed their promotion to Serie A with two games to go. After 36 league matches, the Crociati have 74 points, good enough for first place in Italy's second level. Assuming nothing else changes this weekend, a victory against Cremonese would mathematically cement their position […]

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/ 272 days ago

Orlando goalie arrested for nightclub brawl: Will he face charges?

The Orlando Police Department says that after an altercation at an Orlando nightclub, an Orlando City player and his wife were taken into custody. Tatiana Stajduhar and Mason Stajduhar, both 26, were the focus of an incident at Tier Nightclub in Orlando. A scrap broke out between the pair and security personnel at the venue. […]