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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/ 28 days ago

What does Harry Maguire’s 15-month suspended sentence actually mean?

A Greek court handed the Manchester United defender a 15-month suspended prison sentence following a retrial related to an altercation on the island of Mykonos in August 2020.
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/ 28 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo injured as Abdullah Al-Hamdan set to step up against NEOM: How Al-Nassr has fared without its star in 2025-26 Saudi Pro League and AFC Champions League Two

Ronaldo’s recent hamstring injury has forced the club into a reshuffle at a crucial stage of the season, placing immediate pressure on Al-Hamdan to step into the spotlight.
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/ 29 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo’s likely Al-Nassr return timeline emerges as hamstring injury not a threat to 2026 FIFA World Cup hopes with Portugal

As Cristinao Ronaldo's likely return timeline emerges as Al-Nassr captain’s World Cup hopes remain intact, the early signs point toward caution rather than catastrophe.
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/ 29 days ago

Carlo Ancelotti and Kylian Mbappe join emotional flood of messages as heartbreaking ACL injury robs Rodrygo of 2026 FIFA World Cup dream with Brazil

Carlo Ancelotti and Kylian Mbappe both added their sympathetic words to the flood of messages to Rodrygo after a devastating twist altered both club and country ambitions in one cruel moment.
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/ 29 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo and boss Jorge Jesus face one major concern at Al-Nassr, and it could prove to be crucial in Saudi Pro League title race

When Cristiano Ronaldo and head coach Jorge Jesus look around the stands during a Saudi Pro League night, there is one issue that continues to surface behind the scenes at Al-Nassr.
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/ 29 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo watches closely as Al-Nassr makes key call on Inigo Martinez’s future after defender matches Karim Benzema’s Al-Hilal goal tally

Cristiano Ronaldo is set to learn the fate of one of his most important teammates as Al-Nassr moves closer to a major decision regarding Spanish defender Inigo Martinez.
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/ 29 days ago

Christian Pulisic draws 2026 FIFA World Cup worry for USMNT, yet Milan star’s one key priority at the moment revealed

Concern is beginning to ripple through the American soccer community as Christian Pulisic navigates one of the most delicate stretches of his recent career.
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/ 29 days ago

Why was Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr clash against Al-Wasl in the AFC Champions League Two postponed?

The fixture, which was set to take place at Zabeel Stadium, had drawn major attention not only because of the stakes involved but also due to Ronaldo’s recent fitness concerns. However, the game will not go ahead as scheduled.
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/ 29 days ago

Al-Nassr confirms Cristiano Ronaldo’s hamstring injury: How long is he expected to be out for and will he be ready for Saudi Pro League clash vs. NEOM?

Jorge Jesus has reportedly made a crucial decision amid the growing worries over Cristiano Ronaldo's fitness at a crucial point in the season, adding to the air of uncertainty around the striker.
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/ 29 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo’s alleged Madrid return addressed as new report reveals truth about Al-Nassr’s captain

Cristiano Ronaldo, the talismanic forward of Al-Nassr, found himself at the center of speculation after flight data appeared to show his private jet leaving Saudi Arabia for Spain.
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/ 32 days ago

Lamine Yamal scores first-ever career hat-trick at 18 years and 230 days: When did Lionel Messi score his maiden hat-trick, and how old was he?

With such milestones inevitably come comparisons to Lionel Messi, the player who defined a generation at Barcelona. The question naturally arises: when did Messi score his first hat-trick, and how old was he?
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/ 32 days ago

Lionel Messi’s historic mark and La Liga record fall as Lamine Yamal rewrites history with first hat-trick in Barcelona career

On a day that blended inevitability with astonishment, Yamal delivered a performance that not only secured victory for the club but also etched his name into the record books in a way few imagined possible so soon.
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/ 32 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo Golden Boot battle fuels Ivan Toney’s 2026 FIFA World Cup ambition as England striker fires clear warning to Thomas Tuchel

Beyond the goals and the growing rivalry with the Portuguese, there is another objective driving Ivan Toney, one aimed directly at England’s national setup.
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/ 32 days ago

Lionel Messi fans shocked as ex-Barcelona defender Jeremy Mathieu claims he surpassed the Argentina superstar in one key area

Former Barcelona defender Jeremy Mathieu has reignited debate among supporters after suggesting he outperformed Lionel Messi in one very specific department.
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/ 33 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo’s immediate impact felt at Almeria after shock investment as his brand power translates into instant club gains

In the space of just 24 hours, the Portuguese icon has already begun reshaping the trajectory of Almeria after acquiring a 25% stake in the Spanish second-division club, sparking what many are already calling the “GOAT effect.”