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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/ 42 days ago

Lionel Messi’s unbelievable La Liga record survives long after Barcelona exit, as even Karim Benzema, Luis Suarez, and Vinicius fall short

The Argentine legend's undeniable dominance is perfectly captured in a crazy statistical ranking that proves exactly how far ahead he was of the greatest attackers from his entire generation.
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/ 42 days ago

Mohamed Salah’s shirt No. 61 gesture has hidden meaning as Trabzonspor reveals his matchday number

During his first public appearance in Trabzonspor colors, a small detail on the back of his shirt immediately caught supporters' attention and sparked widespread curiosity, prompting questions about whether it would become his official squad number.
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/ 42 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo’s Almeria connection helps Al-Nassr’s Saudi Pro League rival Al-Ittihad in unexpected transfer twist

While the Portuguese superstar continues preparing for another season in Saudi Arabia, developments away from the pitch have placed his growing soccer business interests in the spotlight alongside Al-Ittihad's summer recruitment strategy.
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/ 42 days ago

Gianni Infantino accused of leveraging 2030 World Cup final in election battle as FIFA and Spain respond

Accusations linking the sacred hosting rights of the 2030 World Cup final to his bid for re-election have ignited a fierce global backlash.
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/ 42 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo widens financial gap over Lionel Messi in latest global weekly earnings list

While Lionel Messi remains among the world's highest earners, the newest rankings reveal that the Portuguese icon has stretched his advantage, highlighting the growing financial influence of Saudi Arabian soccer.
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/ 42 days ago

Why isn’t Christian Pulisic isn’t playing for Milan against Inter in 2026 Derby della Madonnina club friendly?

With Milan crossing oceans to battle its eternal rival under the Australian sun, the glaring absence of their attacking superstar has ignited fierce speculation, completely dominating the narrative ahead of this unprecedented preseason war.
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/ 43 days ago

Gianni Infantino’s FIFA crisis deepens as key figure Arsene Wenger reveals his position after failed World Cup proposal

nfluential figures, notably Arsene Wenger, have publicly questioned the organization's strategic direction, with the Frenchman making a deliberate decision to distance himself from the initiative amid the ongoing administrative crisis.
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/ 43 days ago

Christian Pulisic receives new tactical challenge under Ruben Amorim with his Milan role set for major change

While the American international remains a central figure in the club's plans, the Portuguese manager has outlined a different vision for how several players will be used, signaling that Pulisic could face one of the biggest tactical adjustments of his career.
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/ 43 days ago

Gianni Infantino faces another tournament headache as FIFA’s 2029 Club World Cup plan hits two major obstacles

While the governing body remains committed to expanding the tournament’s global profile, fresh reports suggest the road ahead has become far more challenging than expected.
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/ 43 days ago

Gianni Infantino’s FIFA future triggers global conflict as UEFA opposition grows while African and Asian nations respond

The fallout has spread far beyond Europe, with federations from several continents now debating what kind of leadership they want before the next FIFA election.
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/ 43 days ago

Neymar leaves fans guessing as Santos star makes major statement about his future after ending Brazil career

As speculation continues to grow, the former Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain and Al-Hilal star has offered another glimpse into his mindset without providing the definitive answer many fans were hoping to hear.
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/ 43 days ago

Why isn’t Cristiano Ronaldo playing for Al-Nassr against Almeria in 2026 club friendly?

Cristiano Ronaldo will once again be missing when Al-Nassr takes on Almeria in a preseason friendly, leaving supporters wondering why the Portuguese superstar has yet to return to action.
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/ 46 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr takeover plans receive huge boost ahead of expected PIF sale as major names join project

With Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) expected to reduce its controlling stake, a major investment project has gained momentum, potentially reshaping the future of one of the Saudi Pro League's biggest clubs
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/ 46 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo has earned $435 million more than Lionel Messi since 2023, but there’s a catch

Since leaving Europe, both stars have signed career-defining contracts with new clubs, creating an astonishing earnings gap that has sparked fresh debate about how each legend has approached the final stage of his career.
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/ 46 days ago

Lionel Messi edges ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo as MLS reportedly outshines Saudi Pro League in latest rankings

Dive into the latest evaluations to see exactly how Ronaldo's championship stacks up against Messi's in the ultimate battle for league supremacy.