Melvine Malard shines as France defeats Poland in World Cup qualifiers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 6:40 AM
Last updated Jun 6, 2026
Melvine Malard contributed significantly to France's 2-0 victory over Poland in World Cup qualifying on June 6, 2026. Malard scored the opening goal early in the second half and assisted Sandy Baltimore on the second. The match was part of a busy international schedule for Manchester United Women, with several players representing their respective nations. Other notable performances included Ella Toone starting for England, who suffered a 4-0 defeat to Spain, and Safia Middleton-Patel starting for Wales in a 1-1 draw against Montenegro. International fixtures will continue on Tuesday before the summer break.
- •Malard opens the scoring with a deflected shot in the second half.
- •Baltimore nets the second goal after a one-two with Malard.
- •Ella Toone plays 59 minutes as England loses to Spain.
- •Middleton-Patel starts as Wales draws with Montenegro.
- •International matches for United players continue next week.
- 6:40 AMYahoo Sports — Melvine Malard: Man United Women star steals spotlight for France
"Manchester United Women had numerous players in international action throughout the course of Friday. Three United stars were called up for England’s giant matchup versus Spain in World Cup qualific...
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