On Thursday, Gotham FC completed a trade sending midfielder Josefine Hasbo to Boston Legacy FC. The move took place in Jersey City, N.J., where Gotham FC is based, as the defending National Women’s Soccer League champions sought to strengthen their roster through allocation funds.
Trade Details and Player Contributions
In exchange for Hasbo, Gotham FC will receive $50,000 in allocation money. Hasbo was an important part of Gotham’s 2025 championship team during her rookie season. She joined Gotham FC in June 2025 after finishing a four-year collegiate career at Harvard University.
Throughout the 2025 campaign, Hasbo appeared in 11 matches across all NWSL competitions, including seven starts. She scored her first goal for Gotham on September 16 against Vancouver Rise FC Academy in the Concacaf W Champions Cup, showcasing her emerging impact on the squad.
Team Reflections on Hasbo’s Departure
Yael Averbuch West, Gotham FC’s general manager and head of soccer operations, expressed gratitude for Hasbo’s time with the club.
“Josie has been a valued member of our team, and we want to thank her for the professionalism and commitment she brought to Gotham FC,”
West stated.
“We appreciate her contributions to the club and wish her nothing but success as she continues the next chapter of her career in Boston.”
Significance of the Trade for Gotham FC and Boston Legacy FC
This trade signals Gotham FC’s focus on leveraging allocation money to remain competitive after securing the 2025 NWSL title. Meanwhile, Boston Legacy FC gains a young midfielder with championship experience who can bolster their midfield options moving forward. Fans and analysts will be watching how Hasbo adapts in Boston and how Gotham reinvests the allocation funds in the upcoming season.
