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

PSG striker Kylian Mbappe shoots towards goal in France's Euro 2020 match with Portugal
  • 1 Jan 2022

FIFA 22 ratings: The 20 fastest players on the game, with Mbappe leading the rankings

The stats that explain why Jose Mourinho is under pressure at Tottenham
  • 15 Nov 2021

Mourinho campaigned for Bayern job, confirms Rummenigge

Erik Ten Hag Ajax 2020/21
  • 13 Nov 2021

Solskjaer receives blow as former Man Utd star wants Ten Hag as manager

Virgil van Dijk in action for Liverpool
  • 23 May 2023

FIFA 22 player ratings: Top 20 defenders on the game as Van Dijk tops the standings

Gareth Bale, Eden Hazard, Real Madrid
  • 13 Nov 2021

Conte given choice to sign Hazard or Bale for Tottenham

Sergio Aguero in action for Barcelona against Real Madrid in La Liga
  • 13 Nov 2021

Aguero reacts to retirement rumours

Lionel Messi celebrates after scoring twice vs RB Leipzig
  • 13 Nov 2021

FIFA 22 player ratings: Top 100 players on the game as Messi leads the way

Uli Hoeness, former Bayern player and president
  • 12 Nov 2021

Bayern chief hits out at PSG and Man City: 'Your sh**ty money is not enough'

Yunus Musah, Valencia
  • 12 Nov 2021

Who is Yunus Musah? Ex-Arsenal youth starring with Valencia and the USA

Arteta explains why Martinelli hasn’t yet had his chance to shine at Arsenal
  • 12 Nov 2021

Martinelli not considering Arsenal exit, confirms father

Al Sadd head coach Xavi is in line to be named Barcelona head coach
  • 12 Nov 2021

How much will Xavi have to spend at Barcelona in January?

Fenerbahce midfielder Mesut Ozil
  • 23 May 2023

Arsenal all over again - What has happened to Ozil's career revival at Fenerbahce?

Ousmane Dembele, Kylian Mbappe
  • 11 Nov 2021

Barcelona consider Dembele better than Mbappe - are they crazy?

Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba
  • 11 Nov 2021

Pogba urged to leave Man Utd for Real Madrid by former Liverpool star

How Steven Gerrard proved at Rangers that he can be Liverpool’s next manager
  • 11 Nov 2021

What is Steven Gerrard's record as manager?

Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates his late winner for Man Utd vs Atalanta
  • 11 Nov 2021

Barcelona urged to make sensational swoop for Ronaldo

Harry Kane, Tottenham
  • 10 Nov 2021

Tottenham 2021-22 kit: New home, away, third & goalkeeper jerseys

Diego Lainez, Betis
  • 10 Nov 2021

Who is Diego Lainez? Compared to Messi, wanted by Newcastle and PSG

Has Smith Rowe altered Arsenal’s transfer plans?
  • 10 Nov 2021

Smith Rowe: Tottenham wanted me, but I'm an Arsenal fan

Manchester City target Yuri Alberto of Internacional
  • 8 Nov 2021

Who is Yuri Alberto? The Brazilian wonderkid interesting Man City and Arsenal