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

Ruud van Nistelrooij, Ryan Giggs, Ole Solskjaer
  • 20 Oct 2025

Quiz: Can you name Man Utd's top goalscorers in the Premier League?

Jurgen Klopp, 2024
  • 20 Oct 2025

Jurgen Klopp reveals why he turned down Man Utd job

Cole Palmer, Chelsea, 2023/24
  • 20 Oct 2025

Ex-Man City coach reveals Cole Palmer's best attribute

David Beckham, Inter Miami
  • 20 Oct 2025

David Beckham asked to lead Man Utd takeover by UAE consortium

Lionel Messi
  • 20 Oct 2025

2025 MLS top goalscorer confirmed - where did Lionel Messi finish?

Santiago Gimenez, Milan vs Fiorentina
  • 20 Oct 2025

Is VAR 'encouraging players to dive'?

Malik Tillman, Bayer Leverkusen
  • 18 Oct 2025

USMNT star Tillmann reveals why he moved to Leverkusen in the summer

Pep Guardiola, Man City, 2024/25
  • 18 Oct 2025

Pep Guardiola reacts to potential Premier League salary cap

Nico Schlotterbeck, Borussia Dortmund, 2025/26
  • 18 Oct 2025

Real Madrid concede defeat to Liverpool in race for top transfer target

Nicolas Pepe, Villarreal, Paul Cubarsi, Barcelona, USA
  • 18 Oct 2025

La Liga censor protest against controversial Barcelona vs Villarreal game in Miami

Lionel Messi
  • 18 Oct 2025

The former Yeovil and Bournemouth forward competing with Messi to be MLS' top goalscorer ahead of Decision Day

Roman Abramovich, Chelsea
  • 17 Oct 2025

John Terry defends 'lovely man' Roman Abramovich: 'It's disgusting what has happened to him'

Wayne Rooney, Birmingham City, 2023/24
  • 17 Oct 2025

Wayne Rooney backed to return to Man Utd to help struggling strikers

Brendan Rodgers, Celtic, 2024/25
  • 17 Oct 2025

Brendan Rodgers: Managing some Premier League clubs 'a holiday' compared to managing Celtic

Gilberto Mora, Club Tijuana
  • 16 Oct 2025

Real Madrid step up pursuit of 17-year-old Mexican wonderkid Gilberto Mora

Tom Brady
  • 16 Oct 2025

How 'GOAT' Tom Brady inspired new Birmingham City star upon signing

Donald Trump, Gianni Infantino, FIFA World Cup
  • 16 Oct 2025

FIFA responds to Donald Trump's claim that World Cup matches could be moved due to safety concerns

The Premier League's biggest salaries: Mo Salah, Raheem Sterling, Erling Haaland
  • 16 Oct 2025

Premier League clubs set to vote on 'salary cap' with Man Utd and Man City the main opposition

Harry Kane, Bayern, 2025/26
  • 16 Oct 2025

Harry Kane warned against Tottenham return: 'It's a downgrade' from Bayern

Cristhian Mosquera, Arsenal, 2025/26
  • 16 Oct 2025

Arsenal star considering surprise national team switch for 2026 World Cup