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

How many Real Madrid games has Eden Hazard missed through injury?
  • 6 Sep 2021

Hazard defends injury record: 'I want to prove my worth at Real Madrid'

Arteta claims that Arsenal insiders were trying to ‘hurt’ the club
  • 6 Sep 2021

'Allardyce would undoubtedly do a better job at Arsenal that Arteta'

Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez playing in the Premier League for Aston Villa
  • 6 Sep 2021

Martinez: I never wanted to join Arsenal

How much does Mohamed Salah earn and what is the Egypt legend’s net worth?
  • 6 Sep 2021

Five alternatives to Salah for Liverpool

Man City target Jack Grealish playing in the Premier League for Aston Villa
  • 4 Sep 2021

The 10 clubs to make the most money from transfer sales this summer

Real Madrid transfer target Kylian Mbappe playing for PSG in Ligue 1, 2020/21
  • 3 Sep 2021

How Real Madrid can spend the €200m saved on Mbappe

Borussia Dortmund striker Erling Haaland is wanted by Europe's top clubs
  • 3 Sep 2021

Haaland tipped for inevitable move to the Premier League by Wenger

Erling Haaland has 49 goals in 49 appearances for Borussia Dortmund
  • 23 May 2023

Chelsea's dream XI: How the Blues wanted to line up this season

Emerson Royal at Barcelona
  • 3 Sep 2021

Barcelona hurt me by telling me to leave - Tottenham new boy Emerson

Lionel Messi is closing in on a new contract with Barcelona
  • 3 Sep 2021

Messi will return to Barcelona from PSG, insists former Blaugrana star

Kylian Mbappe: Would he upgrade Real Madrid’s attack?
  • 3 Sep 2021

Spanish football NEEDS Mbappe after Ronaldo and Messi era, says La Liga star

Moyes: No contact from Chelsea or Man Utd to sign Rice
  • 2 Sep 2021

Man Utd's dream XI: How the Red Devils wanted to line up this season

New Chelsea signing Romelu Lukaku
  • 2 Sep 2021

How Chelsea made a PROFIT despite Lukaku & Saul signings

Arteta confirms whether Arsenal have offered David Luiz a new deal
  • 2 Sep 2021

Free agents still available to sign this summer after the transfer window

Barcelona can’t allow Ilaix Moriba to leave, says Barca B coach
  • 2 Sep 2021

Moriba slams 'lies' reported over Barcelona exit

Mbappe at Real Madrid? Benzema has his say on potential blockbuster transfer
  • 2 Sep 2021

Mbappe will be a Real Madrid player, Benzema promises

Borussia Dortmund striker Erling Haaland is wanted by Europe's top clubs
  • 2 Sep 2021

Haaland's 'future is abroad', says former Bayern chief Rummenigge

Sergio Ramos celebrates scoring for Real Madrid against Atalanta in the Champions League
  • 1 Sep 2021

Arsenal's dream XI: How the Gunners wanted to line up this season

Real Madrid target Kylian Mbappe playing for PSG
  • 1 Sep 2021

Mbappe rejects chance to become world's best paid footballer at PSG

Chelsea striker romelu Lukaku
  • 1 Sep 2021

Winners and losers of summer transfer window