Malaika Meena

Malaika is a dynamic midfielder currently playing for Ipswich Town Women in the WSL2.

She began her football journey in the academies of Arsenal and Chelsea before moving to the United States to play collegiate soccer at Wake Forest University in North Carolina, where she made 65 appearances over three and a half seasons and became a key part of the midfield setup.

Internationally, Malaika has represented England at youth level and was called up to the England Under-23 squad in 2025, a testament to her continued development and performances.

During the second half of the 2025/26 season, she joined Ipswich Town on loan to gain further senior experience.

Off the pitch, Malaika is passionate about giving back. She regularly collects and sends football boots and kit to Tanzania, supporting grassroots communities and helping to grow the game for young players in the region.