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

Lionel Messi, FC Barcelona
  • 10 Dec 2025

Lionel Messi & the eight most shocking transfer exits of all time

West Ham, London Stadium
  • 9 Dec 2025

Former West Ham footballer jailed after bragging about drug dealer lifestyle on Instagram

Rob McElhenney, Ryan Reynolds, Wrexham
  • 9 Dec 2025

Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac sell part of Wrexham

MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey, World Cup final
  • 8 Dec 2025

World Cup games to be extended by six minutes - here's why

Son Heung-min, Tottenham, 2025/26
  • 8 Dec 2025

Son Heung-min blackmailer sentenced to four years in prison after pregnancy accusation

Cristiano Ronaldo, Donald Trump
  • 8 Dec 2025

Donald Trump reveals details of secret Cristiano Ronaldo phone call

Neymar, Santos, 2025
  • 8 Dec 2025

Neymar stars as Santos avoid relegation but the Brazilian's future for club and country is unclear

Seattle, Pride
  • 8 Dec 2025

FIFA face diplomatic tension over World Cup 'Pride Match'

Carlo Ancelotti, Brazil
  • 6 Dec 2025

Ancelotti sends World Cup squad warning to Neymar and Vinicius Junior

Donald Trump, Gianni Infantino, World Cup draw
  • 6 Dec 2025

Former FIFA President Blatter slams Gianni Infantino's relationship with Donald Trump: 'It's wrong!'

Thomas Tuchel, england
  • 6 Dec 2025

England hope brainwave-boosting shoes can power them to World Cup glory

World Cup, England, Spain
  • 5 Dec 2025

2026 World Cup draw: The Winners and Losers

Mauricio Pochettino, USA
  • 5 Dec 2025

USA's 2026 World Cup opponents: A deep dive on Group D rivals

Donald Trump, Gianni Infantino, FIFA World Cup
  • 5 Dec 2025

Donald Trump officially awarded 'FIFA Peace Prize' by FIFA president Gianni Infantino

Morecambe FC
  • 5 Dec 2025

One figure behind Morecambe's summer takeover sanctioned by government over suspected terrorism links

Donald Trump, Gianni Infantino
  • 5 Dec 2025

What is FIFA's fast-track visa system for the 2026 World Cup?

Harvey Barnes, Archie Gray, Scotland
  • 5 Dec 2025

Five England stars who could play for Scotland at the 2026 World Cup

World Cup draw
  • 5 Dec 2025

The World Cup draw takes place today - here's everything you need to know

Yasir Al-Rumayyan, Governor of the sovereign wealth fund of Saudi Arabia, Newcastle United
  • 4 Dec 2025

How Newcastle aim to be 'top club in the world' by 2030

Wayne Gretzky, Shaquille O'Neal, Tom Brady, World Cup draw
  • 4 Dec 2025

Tom Brady, Shaquille O'Neal, Wayne Gretzky to join Rio Ferdinand for 2026 World Cup draw