"I think I change the energy here. I like to enjoy football. I like to play free. Football is work but firstly it is the passion and the fans. I think they understand my energy and my vibes."
"Sometimes I come to the meeting and scream 'Hello everybody!' and everyone replies, 'Mel, calm down!' I say, 'Why? I'm coming here, so I'm happy'. I'm a very happy person and positive. When you're with me, you're not bored!"
"She was only 14 when Sonia Bompastor first spotted her in a tournament in Paris and that brief encounter was enough for the now Chelsea manager to make the call that changed Malard's life."
Melvine Malard, a 25-year-old France forward from Reunion Island, has made a significant impact at Manchester United both on and off the pitch. Discovered at age 14 by Sonia Bompastor during a Paris tournament, Malard's journey from a remote Indian Ocean island to English football represents a remarkable achievement. Her infectious enthusiasm and positive personality have earned her cult status among teammates, who have had to adjust to her high-energy approach. Despite the contrast between Reunion's sunshine and Manchester's grey weather, Malard thrives at Carrington, believing her vibrant energy resonates with fans and teammates alike. She has been central to United's success this season, helping them reach second place in the Women's Super League and securing a spot in the League Cup final against Chelsea.
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