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

Kylian Mbappe, Reims v PSG, 2021-22
  • 22 Nov 2021

How Solskjaer could result in Real Madrid losing out on Mbappe

Steve Bruce, Newcastle, 2021-22
  • 22 Nov 2021

Would anyone be surprised if Man Utd hired Steve Bruce?

Cristiano Ronaldo returned to Man Utd against Newcastle
  • 22 Nov 2021

How did Ronaldo react to Solskjaer's Man Utd dismissal?

PSG do not reject Pochettino Real Madrid links: He’s got two years left on his deal
  • 22 Nov 2021

Neville: Pochettino would ditch PSG for Man Utd

Roma, Felix Afena-Gyan
  • 22 Nov 2021

Who is Felix Afena-Gyan? Roma sensation unleashed by Mourinho

Does Ole Gunnar Solskjaer deserve a new contract at Man United?
  • 23 May 2023

‘Too late, damage done’ – football world reacts to Solskjaer sacking

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, Manchester United, 2020/21
  • 21 Nov 2021

Who will be in charge for Man Utd's next game?

‘Where is the loyalty?’ – Solskjaer against Aguero move after wild Man Utd rumours
  • 21 Nov 2021

Solskjaer sacked as Man Utd manager

Antoni Conte, Inter, 2020/21
  • 19 Nov 2021

Fabregas: Playing freedom non-existent under Conte

Christensen reveals the secret of Chelsea’s defensive improvement under Tuchel
  • 19 Nov 2021

Tuchel provides contract updates on Christensen and Rudiger

Gavi, Barcelona
  • 19 Nov 2021

Xavi already hailed as 'amazing' by Barcelona wonderkid Gavi

Philippe Coutinho, Barcelona, 2021/22
  • 18 Nov 2021

Five players Barcelona are desperate to sell

Arteta blames Balogun’s agent for delay in contract negotiations
  • 23 May 2023

Football Manager 2022 wonderkids: Five of the best poachers

Noussair Mazraoui, Ajax
  • 18 Nov 2021

Real Madrid set to target Ajax star in 2022

‘I was told to drop Depay and Aouar’ – Ex-Lyon boss in stunning Juninho rant
  • 17 Nov 2021

Who is Houssem Aouar? French star wanted by Arsenal and Liverpool

Virgil van Dijk in action for Liverpool
  • 17 Nov 2021

Revealed: Why Liverpool star Van Dijk took so long to reach the top

Noah Mbamba, Club Brugge, Football Manager Wonderkid
  • 23 May 2023

Football Manager 2022 wonderkids: Five of the best ball-playing defenders

Ousmane Dembele playing against Dinamo Kiev in the Champions League
  • 17 Nov 2021

Dembele set to end Liverpool and Man Utd speculation with new Barca deal

Frenkie de Jong, Barcelona
  • 17 Nov 2021

Frenkie de Jong has no intention of leaving Barcelona

Manchester United star Paul Pogba
  • 15 Nov 2021

Real Madrid keen on Pogba alternative from Serie A