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

Cole Palmer, Chelsea
  • 16 May 2026

Man City’s 10 biggest transfer sale mistakes

Christian Pulisic
  • 15 May 2026

Christian Pulisic talks USMNT chances at the 2026 World Cup - how far can they go?

Thomas Tuchel, England
  • 15 May 2026

How Thomas Tuchel beat 'super-elite' coaches to England job

FA Cup final goals
  • 15 May 2026

The 10 greatest FA Cup final goals ever

Europa League final, diamond ring
  • 15 May 2026

Aston Villa fan sells dad's diamond ring to pay for Europa League final trip

Lamine Yamal, Spain, Barcelona, 2025/26
  • 15 May 2026

Spain's Prime Minister backs Lamine Yamal over Palestine flag incident

David Beckham, Inter Miami
  • 15 May 2026

David Beckham makes history as new wealth figures revealed

Chelsea, Jay Z, Roc Nation
  • 14 May 2026

Chelsea announce new strategic partnership with Jay Z's entertainment firm

World Cup half-time show, Shakira
  • 14 May 2026

World Cup final half-time show performers confirmed

Mason Mount, Man Utd, 2025/26
  • 14 May 2026

Michael Owen labelled a 'fool' by Mason Mount's dad after Man Utd star criticism

Jude Bellingham, World Cup heat
  • 14 May 2026

Scientists issue brutal FIFA warning over World Cup weather

Arsenal, PSG, Champions League travel
  • 14 May 2026

Arsenal staff left furious as club charges them for CL final travel - while PSG takes everyone for free

Original Hampden Park
  • 14 May 2026

Historic UK football stadium given protected status

Donald Trump, Gianni Infantino, FIFA World Cup
  • 14 May 2026

Trump's $15,000 visa plan: How World Cup ticket holders will be affected

West Ham, Arsenal, David Raya, corner melee
  • 13 May 2026

Referee consultation on excessive grappling at corners to take place at the end of the season

MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey, World Cup final
  • 13 May 2026

World Cup final half-time show set to be longer than anticpated as MetLife stadium field to be utilised

Kylian Mbappe, Real Madrid, 2025/26
  • 13 May 2026

Mbappe's far-right feud steps up after Real Madrid star speaks out

West Ham, Tottenham, relegation
  • 13 May 2026

Why Londoners should want West Ham to stay up ahead of Spurs

Joan Laporta, Florentino Pérez, Barcelona, Real Madrid
  • 13 May 2026

Barcelona threaten legal action after Florentino Perez's title claims

Sergio Ramos
  • 13 May 2026

Sergio Ramos on cusp of spearheading €450m American takeover of Sevilla