Abi Hugh scored her first goal of the 2026 Gainbridge Super League campaign, but Fort Lauderdale United FC lost 2-1 to DC Power FC on Sept. 22 in Washington, D.C. The result opened Fort Lauderdale United FC’s two-match road trip and extended its losing streak to four matches. Fort Lauderdale United FC entered the match with a 1-5-0 record and three points, while DC Power FC began with an 3-2-2 record and 11 points.
Fort Lauderdale United FC Creates Early Chances
Fort Lauderdale United FC played through consistent rain on a 60-degree morning and remained scoreless with DC Power FC through halftime. Nicole Vernis set up Kiara Locklear for a 10th-minute shot that hit the far post. Sh’nia Gordon drove several first-half attacks, while Van Treeck, Hugh and Gordon also took shots that missed the target.
The match remained scoreless at the break as Fort Lauderdale United FC continued looking for an opening. The visitors generated pressure on both ends of the pitch during the opening 45 minutes. DC Power FC held its position through the first half and went into halftime level with Fort Lauderdale United FC.
Hugh Levels the Match
DC Power FC took the lead through Thomason in the 62nd minute. Fort Lauderdale United FC responded four minutes later when Daniela Todd nearly equalized with a sliding shot, but the attempt was saved and went out for a corner kick. Kelsey Oyler then delivered the set piece for Hugh, who scored in the 67th minute to bring the match level.
Oyler sent a low pass toward the top of the box, and Hugh finished with a one-touch shot toward the far post that deflected off the post and into the net. The goal marked Hugh’s first of the 2026 Gainbridge Super League campaign. Tyrone Mears later made a pair of changes, bringing Grace Cutler and Taylor Smith onto the pitch as Fort Lauderdale United FC continued to pursue the lead.
Late Goal Decides Road Match
Thomason scored again in the 89th minute to put DC Power FC back in front. Fort Lauderdale United FC fought through seven minutes of stoppage time but could not find another equalizer. Hugh had a chance in the 97th minute, but her effort missed to the right of the net.
The 2-1 loss left Fort Lauderdale United FC without a win in four consecutive matches. The result also sent the club into the remainder of its road trip looking to recover against Brooklyn FC. Fort Lauderdale United FC will play that match on Friday, Oct. 2.
What Comes Next
Fort Lauderdale United FC will close its two-match road trip at Brooklyn FC on Friday, Oct. 2. The club will then return home on Sunday, Oct. 11, to host Lexington SC at Amerant Bank Field. Lexington SC is the reigning champion identified in the source.
FSB Take
Fort Lauderdale United FC answered DC Power FC’s first goal with Hugh’s equalizer, but Thomason’s late strike decided the match. Hugh’s goal, assisted by Oyler from a corner kick, provided the club’s key attacking moment in the 2-1 road loss. Fort Lauderdale United FC now turns to Brooklyn FC before returning to Amerant Bank Field against Lexington SC.
Source: Original report