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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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/ 26 days ago

Is Kevin de Bruyne heading to MLS? Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola’s update fuels Inter Miami and Lionel Messi link-up speculation

Kevin De Bruyne, one of the Premier League's most iconic playmakers, is nearing a pivotal moment in his career. His next move could have significant implications for Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami and the future landscape of MLS.
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/ 26 days ago

Benfica risk scuppering Inter Miami's plans for Angel Di Maria: Will Lionel Messi reunite with former Argentina teammate?

Angel Di Maria has been at the center of swirling transfer speculation, with rumors suggesting he could reunite with Lionel Messi at Inter Miami.
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/ 26 days ago

Why Dani Olmo’s Barcelona status could make or break his national team future

Barcelona is having trouble signing Dani Olmo and Pau Victor due of its financial woes. The issue has placed question on Olmo's future at Barcelona and his ability to play for Spain in forthcoming competitions.
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/ 27 days ago

Manchester United faces unexpected €1 billion blow: Could Ruben Amorim's worries become reality?

Manchester United is currently navigating through a turbulent season, with the club's future hanging in the balance. To make matters worse, it may take a €1 billion hit that no one saw coming, which would confirm Ruben Amorim's worst fears.
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/ 27 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo to PSG? Truth behind shock ‘talks’ revealed

In the world of soccer, even the faintest whispers can ignite a media storm as a Potuguese journalist sparked speculation by claiming that “PSG and Cristiano Ronaldo are in talks". 
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/ 27 days ago

Christian Pulisic’s Serie A excellence rewarded with 2024 Team of the Year honor – but where are Rafael Leao and other USMNT stars?

A really remarkable 2024 calendar year has passed for Christian Pulisic at AC Milan. His brilliance has now been recognized with inclusion in WhoScored.com's 2024 Serie A Team of the Year, earning a 7.12 average rating.
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/ 27 days ago

Al-Nassr to try to convince Cristiano Ronaldo to stay by gifting him Pep Guardiola's Manchester City Champions League winner?

Rumors concerning Cristiano Ronaldo's next professional move surround Al-Nassr. Interestingly, one of Pep Guardiola's trusty lieutenants from Manchester City's treble-winning side could help the club persuade the five-time Ballon d'Or winner to remain.
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/ 27 days ago

Joan Laporta under fire amid calls for resignation: Barcelona’s Dani Olmo debacle echoes Lionel Messi’s free agent exit

Barcelona president Joan Laporta is facing intense criticism for his management of the club’s ongoing registration issues, with parallels being drawn to Lionel Messi’s forced departure in 2021.
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/ 27 days ago

2025 Italian Super Cup prize money: What’s at stake for Milan stars Christian Pulisic and Rafael Leao?

AC Milan faces Juventus in the 2025 Italian Super Cup semifinals on Friday, seeking silverware. If Milan advances, important players Christian Pulisic and Rafael Leao might benefit monetarily and in legacy from the tournament's large prize fund.
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/ 28 days ago

No Premier League move: Dani Olmo rejects clause to leave Barcelona as free agent – What now?

The dawn of 2025 has seen Dani Olmo’s situation at Barcelona thrust into the spotlight, as the club grapples with ongoing registration issues
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/ 28 days ago

Milan's Italian Super Cup injury hopes: Will Rafael Leao and Christian Pulisic recover in time for semi-final against Juventus?

With injuries sidelining several key players, including two of Milan's most crucial attacking assets Rafael Leao and Christian Pulisic, the new coach faces a critical task in shaping a competitive squad for the Italian Super Cup semi-final against Juventus.
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/ 28 days ago

From the wings to the striker’s role: Where could Rafael Leao excel in Sergio Conceicao’s Milan?

With Sergio Conceicao assuming leadership after Paulo Fonseca's dismissal, Milan is experiencing a new wave of transformation. Central to Conceicao’s plans, however, is the reintegration and rejuvenation of Rafael Leao, one of Milan’s most gifted players.
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/ 29 days ago

Lionel Messi and Neymar face-off: Inter Miami and Al-Hilal lock horns for Barcelona’s next big thing after Lamine Yamal

Amidst an abundance of talented soccer players, a talented teenage Barcelona midfielder is faced with a monumental decision. Remarkably, his next destination could bring him closer to two soccer icons—Lionel Messi and Neymar, who now headline teams in two vastly different leagues.
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/ 29 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo’s next step – Saudi Pro League stay or Manchester City move? How one major objective might stop him from joining Pep Guardiola

While the allure of working with Pep Guardiola and joining Mancehster City’s star-studded lineup is undeniable, there’s a surprising twist. One key objective may keep Ronaldo in the Saudi Pro League, though potentially with a different club.
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/ 29 days ago

Can Lamine Yamal reach Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo’s heights? Barcelona star's agent reveals the formula

At just 17 years old, Lamine Yamal is already being discussed as a potential heir to the legacies of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, two of the greatest players in soccer history. But what will it take for Yamal to join the pantheon of soccer greatness?