- 23 May 2023
Martin Macdonald
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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
- 23 May 2023
Mbappe reveals why he rejected move to Real Madrid
- 23 May 2023
Harry Kane 'deserves much more than Tottenham', says Spurs team-mate
- 23 May 2023
Official: Ronald Koeman to remain as Barcelona head coach
- 23 May 2023
The Worst European Team of the Season, featuring Van de Beek and Pjanic
- 23 May 2023
Heung-min Son snaps back at reporter who asks about Kane departure
- 3 Jun 2021
Keane lavishes praise on Man City target Grealish: ‘He’s like Cristiano Ronaldo’
- 3 Jun 2021
Liverpool urged to sign Raphinha from Leeds to provide extra ‘spark’
- 2 Jun 2021
Ancelotti has his say on Ronaldo’s potential return to Real Madrid
- 2 Jun 2021
Ancelotti provides major update on the Real Madrid futures of Ramos and Bale
- 2 Jun 2021
Ancelotti thrilled with Real Madrid return, demands more goals from Benzema
- 2 Jun 2021
There will be a queue of clubs ready to sign Raheem Sterling, says former Man City star
- 2 Jun 2021
Pau Torres provides update on potential transfer to Manchester United
- 2 Jun 2021
Aguero turned down bumper Juventus contract to play with Messi at Barcelona
- 11 Aug 2021
De Boer praises De Jong: ‘He’s played in every position except goalkeeper!’
- 2 Jun 2021
Laporta accused of being ‘arrogant and unprofessional’ towards Koeman by former Barcelona star
- 1 Jun 2021
Ancelotti sends message to Everton fans after Real Madrid appointment confirmed
- 1 Jun 2021
Aguero: I won’t try and persuade Messi to remain at Barcelona
- 1 Jun 2021
OFFICIAL: Real Madrid confirm return of Carlo Ancelotti as head coach
- 1 Jun 2021
Real Madrid kit launch all but confirms Sergio Ramos’ summer exit
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