Lily Nabet Arrives on Loan to Fort Lauderdale United

Davie, FL- Angel City Midfielder comes to South Florida

Fort Lauderdale United FC announced the arrival of midfielder Lily Nabet on loan from the NWSL’s Angel City FC for the 2025/26 Gainbridge Super League season, pending league and federation approval. The club is attempting to boost its midfield play for the current season.

“We’re excited to welcome Lily to Fort Lauderdale United. She brings experience from one of the top clubs in the NWSL, along with the adaptability to influence games in multiple roles across the midfield. She’s a perfect fit for the culture we’re building.” Said General Manager Aly Hassan

A versatile midfielder

A versatile midfielder capable of playing anywhere in the midfield, Nabet brings valuable depth and flexibility to Fort Lauderdale’s midfield. Her vision and precision in picking out passes, combined with an ability to influence play on and off the ball, make her a perfect fit for the club during the 2025/26 campaign.

Her College Career

Nabet played her youth soccer with Real So Cal before starring at Chaminade College Prep. She took a different path and walked on at her dream school – Duke University – in 2017 and earned a scholarship after three standout seasons. Over five years as a Blue Devil, Nabet made 55 starts in 86 appearances, recording two goals and six assists in 5,129 minutes while helping Duke reach the NCAA Tournament each season.

Her time at Angel City FC

Nabet was selected 36th overall in the 2022 NWSL Draft by Angel City FC, becoming the first female Persian-American professional soccer player in the United States. Over three seasons in Los Angeles, she made 15 starts across 35 appearances, logging 1,324 minutes from 2022-24. Known for her ability to keep possession and link play, Nabet has completed 78.5 percent of her passes while helping drive Angel City’s midfield.

“We’re excited to welcome Lily to Fort Lauderdale United FC from Angel City. As a midfielder, Lily fits seamlessly into our game model. She is composed and intelligent on the ball, with excellent vision and comfort in possession. Just as importantly, her competitive mentality and work ethic align perfectly with our team culture.” Said Associate Coach Ali Rogers

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