Nour Fadi Noujaim, born on February 6, 2004, is a dynamic Lebanese defender making waves both on and off the field. Whether representing the Lebanon national team or anchoring the back line for the Coker Cobras in the U.S. college circuit, her journey reflects a rare blend of resilience, adaptability, and ambition.
Early Years & Youth Development
Hailing from Rabieh, Lebanon, Nour began her football journey in boys’ youth teams before joining Zouk Mosbeh at age 12, working her way up through youth and senior squads until 2018 . She then moved to SAS and later Eleven Football Pro (EFP), competing in Lebanon’s top women’s divisions and gaining key match experience .
College Career in the United States
In 2021, Nour ventured to America to play for Central Methodist University, later transferring to Coker University in 2022 . As a Coker Cobras defender, she’s since made 32 appearances, scoring once . Highlights include being named Student-Athlete of the Month in August 2022 and earning selections on South Atlantic Conference all-conference teams in both 2022 and preseason 2023 .
Club Experience in the United Women’s Premier Soccer League
While in the U.S., Nour has played for semi-professional clubs like Iowa Raptors FC and Vermont Fusion. In 2022, she scored in her sole appearance for Iowa Raptors .
Senior International Career
Nour made her senior debut for Lebanon in April 2021, during an international friendly against Armenia . Since then, she has earned 10 caps by June 2025, solidifying her role in the national defence . She’s also featured across multiple youth levels—U15, U16, U18, and U19—gaining strong foundation and tournament experience .
Playing Style and Strengths
At 1.67 m, Nour pairs physical presence with smart positioning. Operating as a left-back or center-back, she is praised for:
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Smart defensive awareness and timing
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Comfort with the ball, aiding in building attacks from the back
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Consistency and maturity, earning recognition in multiple competitive environments
Her game embodies reliability, intelligence, and adaptability—hallmarks of a future football leader.
Career Highlights & Honors
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Lebanese League and FA Cup titles with Zouk Mosbeh (2017–18)
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Lebanese league and cup wins with SAS (2018–19), plus WAFF club runner-up honors
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Lebanese FA Cup win with EFP (2020–21)
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Lebanon U18 WAFF Championship winner (2019)
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U.S. college accolades: All-Conference Third Team (2022) & Second Team preseason (2023)
Education & Personal Growth
Beyond football, Nour is studying business administration at Coker University, balancing sports, academics, and international duties with discipline .
Future Outlook
At just 21, Nour stands at the start of a promising career arc, with aspirations to:
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Continue as a key player for Coker University and improve her statistical contributions
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Earn more caps and mature into a defensive backbone for Lebanon’s national team
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Potentially transition into professional football, either in the U.S. or abroad, post-graduation
Conclusion
Nour Noujaim embodies ambition, resilience, and international ambition. From youth squads in Lebanon to college soccer in the U.S., she has proven her defensive strength and adaptability time and again. With dual pursuits in education and elite sport, her journey is a roadmap for aspiring athletes—and a promising signal for the future of Lebanese women’s football.
