Martin Macdonald

Martin Macdonald

Martin Macdonald is an experienced digital journalist who has significant expertise in a number of different genres, including his work on FootballTransfers.

After initially working in financial services, Martin gained a qualification in advertising and public relations before joining the Real Times Network group. He has contributed to a number of different sites covering a range of topics, including

FootballTransfers, GPFans, FootballCritic, Goal.com, The Celtic Exchange and The Celtic Star.

Football presented a path to Martin into the journalism world, while his passion for movies meant any opportunity to land a role within film reporting would be grasped with both hands. It is this passion which helped him land the role as Editor-In-Chief of successful film rating brand MovieMeter.

MovieMeter began by becoming the largest, most complete movie archive in the Netherlands, and has now branched out successfully into English language and beyond. Not only is Martin in charge of MovieMeter on a daily basis, he is also a subscriber and partof the site’s community and fabric. You will regularly see him providing his own, personal movie ratings as well as engaging in conversations with others in the comments section.

In addition to writing for MovieMeter.com, Martin is a co-presenter of the movie podcast Ugly Pulp Odyssey. The podcast was originally born out of a lockdown need for creativity and entertainment, but he, along with his friends Barry and Ross, have recorded more than 50 episodes to date.

An odd name for a podcast, you say? It was born out of the trio’s three favourite movies; The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, Pulp Fiction and 2001: A Space Odyssey.

Articles from Martin Macdonald

Juventus star Cristiano Ronaldo
  • 27 Aug 2021

Solskjaer suggests Man Utd could hijack City's Ronaldo deal

Cristiano Ronaldo at Manchester United
  • 27 Aug 2021

Ronaldo criticised by Solskjaer ahead of potential Man City move

Cristiano Ronaldo, Juventus, 2021-22
  • 27 Aug 2021

Five attackers that could still transfer this summer

Villarreal win Europa League
  • 27 Aug 2021

When is the Europa League group stage draw? Teams, pots, TV and streaming

Cristiano Ronaldo remains a prolific scorer deep into his 30s.
  • 27 Aug 2021

How Man City could line up with Ronaldo

Who is Jules Kounde? The Sevilla star who nearly joined Man City and is wanted by Man Utd and Arsenal
  • 26 Aug 2021

Five defenders that could still transfer this summer

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

Barcelona, Real Madrid and Juventus' transfer pact that blocks Ilaix move

‘Real Madrid should add Vinicius Junior to Kylian Mbappe deal’
  • 26 Aug 2021

Revealed: Mbappe's total cost to Real Madrid to reach €500m

Camavinga wants PSG move – but Real Madrid and Arsenal should keep hope
  • 23 May 2023

Five midfielders that could still transfer this summer

Van Gaal says Van de Beek wrong to join Man Utd after huge derby snub
  • 25 Aug 2021

Van de Beek will not get a chance at Man Utd - Ferdinand

What Sergio Aguero to PSG would mean for Kylian Mbappe’s future
  • 25 Aug 2021

'We're all broke' - Real Madrid's Super League argument blown up by Mbappe offer

Man Utd want Saul Niguez as Pogba replacement
  • 23 May 2023

Saul Niguez: What type of player is the Chelsea and Man Utd target?

Three reasons why Man Utd re-signing Cristiano Ronaldo would be a big mistake
  • 25 Aug 2021

'The sooner Ronaldo leaves, the better!' - ex-Juventus president wants Real Madrid icon out

Jadon Sancho, Manchester United, 2021/22
  • 24 Aug 2021

Top 10 spending clubs in summer transfer window so far

Lionel Messi, Barcelona, 2020/21, La Liga
  • 23 Aug 2021

Messi labelled as a 'cash incinerator' by West Ham vice-chairperson

Pape Matar Sarr of Metz is wanted by Chelsea, Man Utd, Man City and Real Madrid
  • 23 Aug 2021

Tottenham have agreement in place for Pape Matar Sarr

How Man United could scupper Liverpool’s pursuit of Kylian Mbappe
  • 23 May 2023

The fewest goals in the top five leagues - La Liga needs Mbappe

Arteta claims that Arsenal insiders were trying to ‘hurt’ the club
  • 23 Aug 2021

Arsenal fans a disgrace for confronting Arteta in car

Raphael Varane unveiled as Man Utd player
  • 21 Aug 2021

Solskjaer reveals why Man Utd pursued Varane, gives Pogba update

Real Madrid target Kylian Mbappe playing for PSG
  • 21 Aug 2021

Ancelotti: I don't care if Mbappe signs with Real Madrid