Martin Macdonald

Martin Macdonald

Writer

Content writer covering football, formula 1 and movies

15+
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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

Kenny Dalglish, Liverpool
  • 14 Feb 2026

From Celtic legend to King Kenny: The Dalglish deal that built a Liverpool dynasty

Rob McElhenney, Ryan Reynolds, Wrexham
  • 13 Feb 2026

Wrexham should copy Sunderland's blueprint for Premier League success

Diego Simeone, Atletico Madrid, 2025/26
  • 13 Feb 2026

He's at it again - Simeone involved in another superstar touchline spat after apologisng to Vini Jr

Thomas Tuchel, England
  • 12 Feb 2026

Why the Premier League could harm England's chances at the World Cup

Scottish Premiership
  • 12 Feb 2026

One of the best 2025/26 Scottish Premiership transfers happened today

Cristiano Ronaldo, Real Madrid, Lionel Messi, Barcelona, El Clasico
  • 12 Feb 2026

Ronaldo tipped to team with Messi at Inter Miami

Patrick Vieira, Arsenal
  • 12 Feb 2026

How Patrick Vieira arriving at Arsenal helped Arsene Wenger change English football

Brian Brobbey, Sunderland, 2025/26
  • 11 Feb 2026

Old-school heading is back in the Premier League - and it is raising health concerns

United Strand
  • 11 Feb 2026

Rooney not a fan of The United Strand: 'He's doing my head in!'

Hill Dickinson Stadium, Everton
  • 11 Feb 2026

Disabled Everton fans considering giving up season tickets due to access issues

J League
  • 11 Feb 2026

Penalty shootouts instead of draws: Japan looking to start a football revolution

Michael Laudrup, Barcelona
  • 11 Feb 2026

How Michael Laudrup defied his hero Johan Cruyff to ditch Barcelona for Real Madrid

Richard Keys
  • 10 Feb 2026

Richard Keys responds as beIN Sports departure confirmed

Lionel Messi, Ballon d'Or
  • 10 Feb 2026

Lionel Messi planning Barcelona return after Inter Miami spell

Joan Laporta, Barcelona, 2025/26
  • 10 Feb 2026

The reason why Barcelona's president and members of the board have just resigned

United Strand
  • 10 Feb 2026

Man Utd fan who hasn't cut his hair in 500 days could be saved by Michael Carrick tonight

John Charles, Juventus
  • 10 Feb 2026

How John Charles became a trailblazer into foreign lands for footballers

Cristiano Ronaldo, Al-Nassr, 2025/26
  • 9 Feb 2026

Ronaldo told to never stop playing football even if it's on 'one leg'

Luciano Spalletti, Italy manager
  • 9 Feb 2026

Juventus boss causes controversy after kissing female interviewer

Superbowl LX
  • 9 Feb 2026

If one soccer superstar has his way, he'll one day grace the Super Bowl as a kicker