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

Lionel Messi, Barcelona, 2020/21, La Liga
  • 6 Sept 2021

Barcelona's dream XI: How the Blaugrana wanted to line up this season

What a waste of money! Why did Man Utd sign Van de Beek if he doesn’t play?
  • 6 Sept 2021

Van de Beek lambasted by Van Basten: 'He's not that good'

Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo
  • 6 Sept 2021

Who are favourites to win the Premier League after the transfer window?

How many Real Madrid games has Eden Hazard missed through injury?
  • 6 Sept 2021

Hazard defends injury record: 'I want to prove my worth at Real Madrid'

Arteta claims that Arsenal insiders were trying to ‘hurt’ the club
  • 6 Sept 2021

'Allardyce would undoubtedly do a better job at Arsenal that Arteta'

Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez playing in the Premier League for Aston Villa
  • 6 Sept 2021

Martinez: I never wanted to join Arsenal

How much does Mohamed Salah earn and what is the Egypt legend’s net worth?
  • 6 Sept 2021

Five alternatives to Salah for Liverpool

Man City target Jack Grealish playing in the Premier League for Aston Villa
  • 4 Sept 2021

The 10 clubs to make the most money from transfer sales this summer

Real Madrid transfer target Kylian Mbappe playing for PSG in Ligue 1, 2020/21
  • 3 Sept 2021

How Real Madrid can spend the €200m saved on Mbappe

Borussia Dortmund striker Erling Haaland is wanted by Europe's top clubs
  • 3 Sept 2021

Haaland tipped for inevitable move to the Premier League by Wenger

Erling Haaland has 49 goals in 49 appearances for Borussia Dortmund
  • 3 Sept 2021

Chelsea's dream XI: How the Blues wanted to line up this season

Emerson Royal at Barcelona
  • 3 Sept 2021

Barcelona hurt me by telling me to leave - Tottenham new boy Emerson

Lionel Messi is closing in on a new contract with Barcelona
  • 3 Sept 2021

Messi will return to Barcelona from PSG, insists former Blaugrana star

Kylian Mbappe: Would he upgrade Real Madrid’s attack?
  • 3 Sept 2021

Spanish football NEEDS Mbappe after Ronaldo and Messi era, says La Liga star

Moyes: No contact from Chelsea or Man Utd to sign Rice
  • 2 Sept 2021

Man Utd's dream XI: How the Red Devils wanted to line up this season

New Chelsea signing Romelu Lukaku
  • 2 Sept 2021

How Chelsea made a PROFIT despite Lukaku & Saul signings

Arteta confirms whether Arsenal have offered David Luiz a new deal
  • 2 Sept 2021

Free agents still available to sign this summer after the transfer window

Barcelona can’t allow Ilaix Moriba to leave, says Barca B coach
  • 2 Sept 2021

Moriba slams 'lies' reported over Barcelona exit

Mbappe at Real Madrid? Benzema has his say on potential blockbuster transfer
  • 2 Sept 2021

Mbappe will be a Real Madrid player, Benzema promises

Borussia Dortmund striker Erling Haaland is wanted by Europe's top clubs
  • 2 Sept 2021

Haaland's 'future is abroad', says former Bayern chief Rummenigge