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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.

News

/ 243 days ago

Galatasaray set up meeting with Barcelona star for dream move

Barcelona face a pivotal summer of significant player sales to accommodate new head coach Hansi Flick's vision and player acquisitions, and one such move could be involving Ilkay Gundogan and Galatasaray. Speculation surrounds the futures of key players like Ronald Araujo, Frenkie de Jong, and Raphinha. Nevertheless, it seems that another shocking report about Gundogan […]

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/ 243 days ago

Olympics and Copa America beginning to wreak havoc on United

Alejandro Garnacho's potential participation at the Olympic Games and Copa America could cause Manchester United significant issues next season. The Argentine forward has become an integral part of Erik ten Hag’s squad. However, he will likely be called up for the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. The Argentine has increasing prominence at United, highlighted by […]

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/ 243 days ago

Paqueta betting charges: Will he play for Brazil in Copa America?

West Ham have been grappling with a serious crisis involving their star midfielder, Lucas Paqueta of Brazil. The Brazilian faces allegations from the Football Association (FA) regarding breaches of betting regulations. If found guilty, his career could be in jeopardy, with a potential ten-year suspension looming over him. The FA’s investigation centers on accusations that […]

Euro 2024

/ 244 days ago

Denmark Euro 2024 squad: Eriksen in, many surprising omissions

In anticipation of Euro 2024, Denmark is making preparations to try to get back to its historic 1992 triumph. The Danes want to improve upon their Euro 2020 campaign. To start, Denmark qualified for consecutive tournaments for the first time in 20 years. Under head coach Kasper Hjulmand's tutelage, the Red and Whites aim to […]

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/ 244 days ago

Atalanta boss Gasperini spills info on Premier League offers

Achieving success at the top levels requires a team to effortlessly combine individual brilliance with collective harmony. Atalanta has been a model of consistency under Gian Piero Gasperini when it comes to this balance. However, it remained unclear whether the current team had the requisite individual flair to complement their collective style. Players like Duvan […]

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/ 244 days ago

New twist in tale: Possible start date of Super League revealed

There may not be much love for it, but the European Super League (ESL) is setting a start date for next year. The European Super League is launching in September 2025. It is an attempt to compete with the UEFA Champions League by bringing together the best teams in Europe in a new style. The […]

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/ 244 days ago

Cavani retires from Uruguay: Will he play in 2024 Copa America?

On May 30, the legendary Uruguay striker Edinson Cavani announced his retirement from international soccer, capping off a stellar career. The 37-year-old, who plays for Boca Juniors at the moment, took to Instagram to break the news. He reminisced on his life's path and thanked God for the chance to play for his nation. “My […]

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/ 244 days ago

Third year in row sees Pulisic's Milan crowned fastest-growing

In their most recent European Elite 2024 study, Football Benchmark ranked Milan as the fastest-growing club in Europe for the third year running. The Serie A powerhouses have become the undisputed leaders in Europe; all thanks to a meteoric rise in both income and fan support. Based on their research of the top 32 European […]

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/ 245 days ago

Another hit for Leicester: Start season with record point slap

After winning the Championship and gaining promotion to the Premier League, Leicester City confront a very difficult summer. In addition to promotion-winning manager Enzo Maresca leaving, Leicester City faces the prospect of a record-breaking points deduction. Despite making a victorious comeback to the Premier League, Leicester face significant challenges. The club's success on the pitch […]

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/ 245 days ago

Scandal: Eto'o sacks Cameroon coach before changing his mind

Controversies have plagued Samuel Eto'o throughout his tenure as the President of the Cameroon Football Association. He battled claims of match-fixing and the expulsions of important players like Andre Onana. The most recent development in this stormy tale is a well-publicized altercation with Cameroon coach Marc Brys. The Cameroon national team named 61-year-old Belgian coach […]

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/ 245 days ago

Another major points deduction in store for Everton next season

The present financial crisis at Everton has sparked speculation about possible points deductions and perhaps administration if urgent action is not taken. Many looked to the purchase by 777 Partners as a vital lifeline. Even more worrisome for Everton's finances is the fact that the sale has fallen through. As a result, the American company […]

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/ 245 days ago

Fiorentina blow another final: What it means for Serie A in Europe

After reaching the Europa Conference League final last year, Fiorentina let themselves down once again Olympiacos prevailed 1-0 in a thrilling contest that went into extra time. Because of the 117th-minute goal that clinched the game, this difficult defeat affects all of Italy, not just Fiorentina. Over the last two seasons, they have seen both […]

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/ 246 days ago

Di Maria plans journey to join Messi in MLS with one stop on way

Angel Di Maria is at the center of many fascinating rumors surrounding the summer transfer window's flurry of big soccer deals. His current deal with Benfica is set to expire in June, so everyone is wondering where he will play next. Thus, Inter Miami has emerged as a potential strong candidate; he may join up […]

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/ 246 days ago

Europa League ban in works for United despite FA Cup win

Unexpectedly, Manchester United qualified for the Europa League next season by defeating Manchester City in the FA Cup final. However, UEFA's strict rules on multi-club ownership can jeopardize this qualifying. The Red Devils may not be able to compete in Europe's second-tier club league due to a technicality. In particular, UEFA makes sure that no […]

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/ 246 days ago

Another shot? LaLiga side plan stunning move for ex-Madrid star

After the 2014 World Cup, Real Madrid added two prominent players to its roster in the summer. One was James Rodríguez, a Colombian playmaker from Monaco, and the other was Toni Kroos, a German midfielder from Bayern. Their paths at the Santiago Bernabéu, nevertheless, diverged significantly. Initially, the glitzier Rodriguez signing overshadowed Toni Kroos, who […]