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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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/ 239 days ago

Watch out Prime: Messi Ventures into hydration drinks with Más+

Lionel Messi has made a surprising move off the pitch by launching a non-alcoholic hydration drink brand called Más+. This new venture is a collaboration with Mark Anthony Brands, the owner of White Claw. Thus, this marks a significant entry into the competitive hydration and energy drink market. On June 4, Messi introduced Más+ Next […]

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/ 239 days ago

Milan names ambitious Premier League transfer shopping list

AC Milan are actively seeking reinforcements from the Premier League as part of their strategic overhaul. Following the departure of coach Stefano Pioli, the club's US owners aim to internationalize the squad and elevate its competitiveness. The first step in this transformation is the anticipated appointment of Paulo Fonseca as head coach. Simultaneously, the Rossoneri […]

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/ 239 days ago

'Enrique saved me': Mbappe spills beans on PSG's mistreatment

In a move widely anticipated, Real Madrid confirmed the signing of Kylian Mbappe on a free transfer. This transfer ended a long-running saga, with Mbappe joining the Spanish giants on a five-year deal. His departure from PSG, however, did not come without lingering tensions and unresolved financial disputes. The Frenchman's high-profile move to Real Madrid […]

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/ 239 days ago

Julian Alvarez to leave City: Where could World Cup winner go?

Julian Alvarez has been hailed as a remarkable bargain, arriving at Manchester City just two summers ago. His tenure at City has been marked by significant achievements, including winning the World Cup six months after his arrival. Despite his talent and accomplishments, Alvarez has struggled to secure a regular spot in Pep Guardiola’s starting lineup. […]

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/ 239 days ago

USWNT holds South Korea to second shutout in Olympics prep

The USWNT highlighted its dominance with a 3-0 victory against South Korea at Allianz Field. The win offered a promising glimpse of their form ahead of the Paris Olympics. New coach Emma Hayes has led the team to another success, featuring both younger and older players. Rose Lavelle, a stalwart of the USWNT, marked her […]

UEFA Euro 2024

/ 241 days ago

Where is the Euro 2024 final?

In June, the world will turn towards Europe for one of the most eagerly awaited sporting events. Hosted in Germany, Euro 2024 promises to be a spectacular showcase of prowess, national pride, and unyielding passion. It is not just any tournament; it's a celebration of the beautiful game, uniting fans across the continent and beyond. […]

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/ 242 days ago

Premier League fear FIFA will force them to cut to 18 teams

In a bold move to alleviate the already congested calendar, FIFA reportedly consider reducing the number of teams to 18. This proposal has ignited apprehension and debate among clubs and players. Thus, it has caused fears of a significant impact on the structure of European soccer leagues. Currently, the Premier League, La Liga, and Serie […]

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/ 242 days ago

LaLiga looking into claims of match-fixing despite spotless record

Cadiz were in a precarious position in the run-up to the 36th La Liga matchday, sitting in 18th place with 29 points. They were five points adrift of safety behind Celta Vigo, who had 34 points. In contrast, Sevilla were comfortably placed in 12th with 41 points. they had already secured their place in La […]

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/ 242 days ago

Real Madrid's UCL win marred by fans' ticket scam and hoax

Real Madrid secured their 15th Champions League title with a dramatic 2-0 victory over Borussia Dortmund; thanks to late goals from Dani Carvajal and Vinicius. The match at Wembley saw Los Blancos struggle for much of the game. In addition, Dortmund missed several key opportunities to take the lead. Real Madrid were not at their […]

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/ 242 days ago

Flick wants to keep one key player Xavi didn't want at Barcelona

Joao Felix joined Barcelona on loan from Atletico Madrid during the final day of the summer transfer window in 2023. Despite his initial excitement and high expectations, Felix's performance during the 2023-24 season fell short of making a significant impact. The Portuguese forward managed 10 goals in 44 appearances across all competitions. However, his form […]

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/ 242 days ago

Kimmich offers cryptic update to possible Flick reunion at Barca

Joshua Kimmich, a versatile right-back and midfielder for Bayern, is at a crossroads regarding his future with the German giants. The 29-year-old German international is entering the final year of his contract, which has fueled speculation about a potential transfer. His situation has drawn significant interest from Barcelona, where his former Bayern coach, Hansi Flick, […]

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/ 242 days ago

Unstoppable USWNT slams South Korea to kick off Hayes era

In a triumphant debut, Emma Hayes led the U.S. women's national team to a resounding 4-0 victory over South Korea. The match, held at Dick's Sporting Goods Park in Colorado, drew a sold-out crowd of 19,010 fans. It thus marked a strong start for Hayes' new chapter with the team. Mallory Swanson opened the scoring […]

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/ 243 days ago

Barcelona's battle over Negreira scandal: Major win for Laporta

In early 2023, Joan Laporta and Barcelona found themselves embroiled in the Negreira scandal. Accusations of bribing the former vice-president of the Referee’s Committee, for favorable decisions were the backbone of the case. This scandal thrust the club into a prolonged legal struggle to clear its name. Joan Laporta, who was president during part of […]

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/ 243 days ago

Flick already had deal with another club before Barcelona move

Earlier this week, Barcelona officially unveiled Hansi Flick as new manager following the sacking of Xavi Hernandez. The media had linked the 59-year-old German coach with the position for several months. However, they had also considered him for a return to his former club, Bayern Munich. What happened between Bayern and Flick? According to Christian […]

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/ 243 days ago

Navas to continue career in Liga MX after international retirement

The legendary goalkeeper Keylor Navas looks likely to continue his illustrious career in Mexico's Liga MX. He has earned renown for his remarkable contributions to Real Madrid's three consecutive UEFA Champions League titles from 2016 to 2018. Now, multiple reports suggest that Navas could soon be joining Club Leon, the 2023 CONCACAF Champions League winners. […]