Martin Macdonald

Martin Macdonald

Writer

Content writer covering football, formula 1 and movies

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About Martin Macdonald

Martin has been a passionate football fan since a young age. Initially interested in Scottish and English football, he eventually became a Spanish football expert while compiling match reports and doing live text commentaries on La Liga fixtures, particularly in the era of dominance from Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. Like every football fan of a certain vintage, he has a soft spot for the glory days of Serie A, too.

In addition to his duties with FootballTransfers, Martin continues to write content for MovieMeter and has conducted cast interviews and attended press screenings of new releases, alongside his writing.

He also works in operations with RealTimes Network so contributes to the business across numerous platforms.

Area of Expertise

Over the course of his 15-year career, Martin developed an expansive skillset and has written thousands upon thousands of articles for a variety of media publishers. These range from interviews, to straight news stories, to features, to lists, to live text commentaries.

Experience in the field

Starting at GOAL and Perform Media before moving to RealTimes, Martin was formerly the Chief Editor of MovieMeter.com and has also written for FightFans, GPFans and MSN, in addition to FootballTransfers.

Editorial approach

While it may have been in the case historically that getting something out before anyone is the most important aspect of journalism, Martin believes in getting the facts right and researching to provide in-depth content to our readers.

Profile last updated: 20 April 2026

Articles from Martin Macdonald

Real Madrid new signing David Alaba with president Florentino Perez
  • 22 Dec 2021

The seven best La Liga transfers of the season so far

Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo
  • 22 Dec 2021

Who is Man Utd’s Player of the Season so far?

Premier League Young Team of the Season, starring Rashford and Foden
  • 18 Dec 2021

Rashford emerges as shock Barca target - will he leave Man Utd?

Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates his Premier League double in Man Utd 3-2 Arsenal
  • 18 Dec 2021

Former Liverpool star tips Ronaldo to leave Man Utd for Real Madrid

Ousmane Dembele, Barcelona
  • 17 Dec 2021

Xavi: Dembele says he is happy at Barcelona

Former Arsenal and England star Wilshere released by Bournemouth
  • 17 Dec 2021

Arteta plays down talk that Wilshere could play for Arsenal

Thomas Tuchel has made a fantastic start at Chelsea
  • 17 Dec 2021

Two Chelsea stars have asked to leave in January

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang playing for Arsenal in a Premier League game against Burnley in the 2021-22 season.
  • 17 Dec 2021

Aubameyang might not sign for Barcelona because of a family promise

‘Arthur lacks vision’ – Capello criticises Juventus summer signing
  • 16 Dec 2021

How much would Juventus star Arthur Melo cost Arsenal?

Sadio Mane, Mohamed Salah, Liverpool
  • 16 Dec 2021

Liverpool don't need Mane and Salah replacements due to AFCON - Klopp

Man Utd flop Alexis Sanchez won’t leave Inter
  • 16 Dec 2021

Alexis Sanchez linked with sensational return to Barcelona

Nico Gonzalez, Barcelona v Atletico Madrid
  • 15 Dec 2021

Five La Liga breakout stars this season

Aguero: I won’t try and persuade Messi to remain at Barcelona
  • 15 Dec 2021

Messi and Laporta lead tributes following Aguero retirement

Anthony Martial
  • 15 Dec 2021

Atleti interested in Martial swap - but who could Man Utd take?

Kieran Tierney, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Arsenal
  • 15 Dec 2021

Why Tierney must replace disgraced Aubameyang as Arsenal captain

Barcelona's Sergio Aguero goes off against Alaves suffering from breathing issues
  • 14 Dec 2021

Aguero to announce his retirement from football on Wednesday

Abde Ezzalzouli, Barcelona
  • 13 Dec 2021

Who is Abde Ezzalzouli? Young Barca star trusted by Xavi

Villarreal win Europa League
  • 13 Dec 2021

Europa League draw and Europa Conference draw in full

Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo
  • 13 Dec 2021

When is the Champions League last-16 draw? Date, teams, format and how to watch

Dodo, Shakhtar
  • 11 Dec 2021

Who is Dodo? Brazilian full-back wanted by Man Utd and Bayern