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martina alcheva

Martina has over 13 years of experience in online sports journalism, with more than four years specializing in soccer. She focuses on soccer-related content, including match previews and daily news. Martina joined Futbol Sites in September 2020 and World Soccer Talk in June 2023.

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Inter Miami reportedly open door to Lionel Messi’s heartfelt Barcelona return – but only under one key condition

Barcelona reportedly continues to work tirelessly on a potential return for Lionel Messi, the club's greatest-ever player. Surprisingly, Inter Miami is said to be open to allowing Messi to join Barcelona on loan, but under one specific condition—one that could make or break the deal.
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Mohamed Salah reportedly in talks with surprising new contdender over Liverpool exit – but not from Saudi Pro League

Reports suggest Mohamed Salah may leave Liverpool at the conclusion of the season, raising questions about his future at the club. Many anticipated him to join the Saudi Pro League, but an unexpected European powerhouse is a major contender.
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Santos star Neymar shocks fans: ‘Only one king’ of soccer – and it’s not Cristiano Ronaldo or Lionel Messi

The debate over soccer’s greatest of all time (GOAT) has raged on for years, with Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo dominating the conversation. Yet, one of soccer’s most prominent figures, Neymar, has made his stance clear, and it might not be what many expected.
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Ronaldo Nazario on Lionel Messi's greatness: Why Cristiano Ronaldo doesn't make his all-time top 3

A new round of arguments over Cristiano Ronaldo's status in soccer lore has broken out after he audaciously claimed to be the best player of all time (GOAT) earlier this month. Now, legendary Brazilian striker Ronaldo Nazario—one of the best attackers in history—has joined the discussion.
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Is Kevin De Bruyne’s Premier League chapter closing? Pep Guardiola keeps fans guessing on Manchester City star’s future

Kevin De Bruyne, is facing an uncertain future, with his contract set to expire at the end of the current season. Amid the speculation, Pep Guardiola has remained careful in his words, refusing to confirm whether Manchester City will offer the veteran a new deal.
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Did Lionel Messi leave pitch with injury in Inter Miami’s Champions Cup win? Javier Mascherano clears up substitution concerns

Despite Inter Miami’s triumph, supporters were worried by Messi's second-half replacement. Upon being substituted, the Argentine chose to go directly to the locker rooms; he had begun his fitness concerns always lingering around the veteran, speculation quickly arose regarding his condition.
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FIFA’s bold move: Major kit changes coming to 2025 Club World Cup – Why Manchester City and Real Madrid won’t be happy

FIFA is set to introduce a significant on-pitch change to kits in the 2025 Club World Cup. The new regulations will directly impact how teams present themselves on the pitch, with certain clubs, including Manchester City and Real Madrid, expected to be particularly unhappy.
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Christian Pulisic and Santiago Gimenez’s path to UEFA Champions League: How many points does Milan need in Serie A?

Following their shocking UEFA Champions League exit against Feyenoord, Milan stars–including Christian Pulisic and Santiago Gimenez–now have one goal for the remainder of the 2024-25 season: help the team secure a place in next season’s Champions League.
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Video: Cristiano Ronaldo’s selfless act towards ex-Liverpool and Premier League star in Al-Nassr’s win solidifies his GOAT status

Cristiano Ronaldo once again demonstrated why he is regarded as one of the greatest players of all time with a selfless act during Al-Nassr’s crucial Saudi Pro League victory on Tuesday.
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Kevin De Bruyne set to leave Manchester City as free agent: Where next – MLS, Saudi Arabia, or another option?

The winds of change are blowing through Manchester City as one of Premier League’s modern greats could soon be saying goodbye to English soccer. Now, confirmations have started to arrive that Kevin De Bruyne will be departing the club as a free agent.
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Ex-Manchester United star eyes Inter Miami move: Talks with Beckham could see World Cup winner join Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez

A former Manchester United star and World Cup winner could soon be lining up alongside Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez in MLS. Adding to the intrigue, he was seen meeting Inter Miami owner David Beckham, fueling rumors of a potential move.
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Lionel Messi and Neymar reunited at Barcelona? Santos star’s agent pushing for sensational La Liga return

Could the legendary duo of Lionel Messi and Neymar grace the pitch at Camp Nou once again? Whispers of their return are growing louder, with reports suggesting both players are eyeing emotional homecomings to Barcelona.
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Kylian Mbappe misses Real Madrid training: Will he be available to play in Copa Del Rey semi-final against Real Sociedad?

As Real Madrid gears up for the first leg of their Copa del Rey semifinal clash against Real Sociedad, an unexpected absence from training has raised eyebrows.
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Is Lionel Messi’s emotional Barcelona return on horizon? Journalist behind Miami move reveals ‘new Camp Nou’ promise

Lionel Messi’s future is surprisingly once again the subject of speculation, with recent reports suggesting that the Inter Miami superstar could make a sensational return to Barcelona next season.
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Is Milan overreliant on Christian Pulisic? USMNT star’s worrying open-play goalscoring stats in Serie A raise red flags

Milan’s struggles continue to mount, with recent results pointing to a concerning trend for the Rossoneri. Despite having many talented star players, the team’s fortunes seem to be heavily tied to Christian Pulisic’s contributions.