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

Spanish Super Cup, Saudi Arabia
  • 7 Jan 2026

2027 Spanish Supercopa could be moved from Saudi Arabia

Gary Neville, Ruben Amorim
  • 7 Jan 2026

Do Man Utd players and coaches need to embrace criticism from ex-players like Neville and Rooney?

Neymar, Carlo Ancelotti, Brazil, World Cup
  • 7 Jan 2026

No Europe move for Neymar as Brazilian signs new Santos deal to aid World Cup hopes

Marcus Rashford, Barcelona, Man Utd, 2025/26
  • 6 Jan 2026

Is the door open for Rashford to return to Man Utd after Amorim dismissal?

Martin O'Neill, Celtic, 2025/26
  • 6 Jan 2026

Martin O'Neill returns again to Celtic at 73 - Who are the oldest managers currently at clubs in Europe?

Crans-Montana fire
  • 2 Jan 2026

Footballers missing and one in critical condition following deadly Crans-Montana fire

January Transfer Window
  • 2 Jan 2026

What all 20 Premier League clubs have planned for the January transfer window

Virgil van Dijk, Liverpool, 2025/26
  • 2 Jan 2026

Van Dijk eager for Liverpool fans to get back onside after full-time boos versus Leeds

Marco Silva, Fulham, 2024/25
  • 2 Jan 2026

Marco Silva wants review of head knock rules after Fulham concede with 10 men

Lionel Messi, Barcelona, Inter Miami
  • 31 Dec 2025

Why Barcelona 'urgently' need Lionel Messi to return

Viktor Gyokeres, Arsenal
  • 31 Dec 2025

Carragher: Gyokeres should not be starting for Arsenal

FIFA Club World Cup, empty stadium, ticket price
  • 31 Dec 2025

FIFA warned as England fans don't accept full allocation for semi and final of 2026 World Cup

Spanish Super Cup, Saudi Arabia
  • 7 Jan 2026

La Liga star slams the Spanish Supercup being held in Saudi Arabia: 'It's s**t!'

Lionel Messi celebrates scoring for Argentina against Venezuela, 2026 World Cup qualifying
  • 30 Dec 2025

Argentina legend in 'no doubt' that Messi will play and flourish at the 2026 World Cup

Wayne Rooney, Cristiano Ronaldo, Man Utd
  • 30 Dec 2025

Cristiano Ronaldo versus Wayne Rooney? One boxing promoter wants them to fight

Premier League, transfer window
  • 30 Dec 2025

Are big clubs too 'arrogant' in the transfer market?

Sir Alex Ferguson, former Man Utd manager
  • 30 Dec 2025

Klopp, Guardiola or Ferguson wouldn't succeed at current Man Utd, says Class of '92 star

Kazuyoshi Miura
  • 30 Dec 2025

The world's oldest pro footballer has found at new club at 58 years old

Donald Trump, Gianni Infantino, 2026 World Cup ticket
  • 29 Dec 2025

Infantino dismisses World Cup ticket price criticism: 'We could fill 300 tournaments!'

Enzo Maresca, Chelsea
  • 29 Dec 2025

Enzo Maresca warned that lack of experience is costing Chelsea points