It is the second season in a row that Malard has come off the bench to score at home to Arsenal, having netted her first WSL goal in the corresponding fixture last term.
On this occasion, the forward’s efforts were recognised with a majority 22 per cent of our Player of the Match vote, ensuring she would finish ahead of the nearest frontrunners.
Ella Toone (19%) and Millie Turner (16%) – BBC’s Player of the Match – were also well-favoured by fans voting in our official poll, ensuring the England pair came second and third respectively.
Thank you to everyone who voted and congratulations to Melvine on claiming the prize for the first time this season.
