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

Joel Glazer apologises for Manchester United’s failed Super League bid
  • 15 Jun 2021

Man Utd chairman Glazer defends debt: We'll still spend big on transfers

Naby Keita has failed to impress since moving from RB Leipzig in 2018
  • 14 Jun 2021

Naby Keita needs 'special care' to perform well at Liverpool, says former team-mate

Sergio Aguero, Barcelona, 2021-22
  • 14 Jun 2021

Guardiola offers Barcelona more players in meeting with president Laporta

Xavi signs new Al Sadd deal – with NO Barcelona get-out clause
  • 14 Jun 2021

Xavi targeting 'dream' first signing if he becomes Barcelona boss

How many Real Madrid games has Eden Hazard missed through injury?
  • 14 Jun 2021

Could Hazard really leave Real Madrid? The Belgian comments on his future

Gabriel Jesus hoping to become Sergio Aguero’s replacement at Man City
  • 11 Jun 2021

Juventus make Gabriel Jesus their top striker target this summer

Keane lavishes praise on Man City target Grealish: ‘He’s like Cristiano Ronaldo’
  • 11 Jun 2021

Mourinho compares Grealish to Madrid legend Figo

Cristiano Ronaldo, Euro 2016
  • 11 Jun 2021

How much prize money each team will make at Euro 2020

Xavi: Barcelona have not taken advantage of having the best player ever in Messi
  • 11 Jun 2021

Xavi: Messi will stay at Barcelona

Ronaldo asks Jorge Mendes to find him a new club
  • 11 Jun 2021

Ronaldo is not the same player anymore - Del Piero

Ancelotti names dream signing, top rival and decides on Ronaldo v Messi
  • 11 Jun 2021

Mourinho: Cristiano Ronaldo should leave Italy

Cavani, Suarez, Lewandowski & the 10 best number nines of the last decade
  • 11 Jun 2021

Real Madrid targeting Lewandowski as Haaland and Mbappe alternative

Xavi at Al Sadd
  • 11 Jun 2021

Xavi: I am available to coach Barcelona

How Barcelona could line up with Wijnaldum next season
  • 11 Jun 2021

Wijnaldum comments on PSG transfer following Barcelona rejection

Former Chelsea and Tottenham transfer target Onana given 12-month doping ban
  • 10 Jun 2021

Arsenal could swoop for Andre Onana after doping ban reduced

Kevin De Bruyne: I am happy at Manchester City
  • 10 Jun 2021

Man Utd 10-8 Real Madrid: Which club has the most players at Euro 2020?

Ange Postecoglou
  • 4 Jan 2023

Ange Postecoglou confirmed as new manager of Celtic

Antoine Griezmann, Lionel Messi
  • 10 Jun 2021

Griezmann: Messi turns melons into caviar

Koeman wants Barcelona changes: Our only signing was Dest!
  • 10 Jun 2021

Ronald Koeman deserved to continue as Barca boss, says Jordi Alba

Lionel Messi, Barcelona, 2020/21
  • 10 Jun 2021

Inter Miami owner hopeful the club will sign Lionel Messi