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

Lamine Yamal, Vinicius Junior
  • 7 Apr 2026

Vinicius Jr and Yamal put Clasico rivalry aside to fight racism

Antonio Valencia, Wythenshawe FC
  • 6 Apr 2026

Former Premier League winner with Man Utd joins star-studded non-league side

Phil Mitchell, Liverpool vs Barcelona
  • 6 Apr 2026

How Phil Mitchell and Eastenders took on UEFA to change the kick-off time of a huge European fixture

Mbappe 2029
  • 6 Apr 2026

Real Madrid fans create a website counting down the seconds until Kylian Mbappe's departure

Everton vs Fulham, betting sponsors
  • 6 Apr 2026

Why nine Premier League clubs may not have a front-of-shirt sponsor next season

Adam Summerton
  • 6 Apr 2026

How much work goes in to a commentator preparing for a live match?

Top 10 Transfers, Eric Cantona
  • 6 Apr 2026

Sir Alex Ferguson buys Eric Cantona and Manchester United's fortunes change forever

Top 10 Transfers, Luis Figo
  • 6 Apr 2026

Luis Figo ditches Barcelona for Real Madrid as the Galactico era is born

Alessandro Bastoni, Italy, 2026 World Cup qualifier
  • 4 Apr 2026

Italy players demanded a World Cup qualification bonus before losing Bosnia playoff

Alejandro Villanueva Stadium
  • 4 Apr 2026

One supporter dies and dozens left injured as tragedy hits Peruvian football rally

Asian Cup
  • 4 Apr 2026

Australia and Japan women's teams see requests for equal pay ignored

Cristiano Ronaldo has signed a new contract with Al-Nassr
  • 4 Apr 2026

What's the most expensive purchase billionaire Cristiano Ronaldo has made?

Petr Cech, David Beckham, Barcelona
  • 4 Apr 2026

How David Beckham stopped Barcelona signing Petr Cech

Highest-Paid athletes in the world
  • 4 Apr 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo, Tiger Woods and the 50 highest-paid athletes of all time

England kit, Bellingham, Pickford
  • 3 Apr 2026

FA warns rigorous player schedule could harm England's World Cup chances - but is that an excuse?

Roberto De Zerbi, Tottenham, 2025/26
  • 3 Apr 2026

New Tottenham boss De Zerbi apologises for controversial Mason Greenwood comments

Mauricio Pochettino, USA
  • 2 Apr 2026

USA's 2026 World Cup opponents: A deep dive on Group D rivals as Turkey now confirmed

Hashtag United
  • 2 Apr 2026

Football club backed by YouTuber has asked to be relegated

Hollywood, Arsenal, Emirates
  • 2 Apr 2026

Hollywood star now 'lives and breathes' Arsenal after becoming Gunners fan

Homegrown players, Academy Players
  • 2 Apr 2026

Which Premier League club gives the most minutes to homegrown players?