Gotham FC Trades Rookie Midfielder Hasbo to Boston Legacy FC

Defending NWSL champions receive $50,000 in allocation money in the surprising deal.

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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Gotham FC has traded rookie midfielder Josefine Hasbo to Boston Legacy FC in exchange for $50,000 in allocation money. Hasbo was an important part of Gotham's 2025 NWSL championship team, appearing in 11 matches and scoring one goal. Gotham's general manager Yael Averbuch West expressed gratitude for Hasbo's contributions and wished her success in the next chapter of her career in Boston.

Why it matters

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.

The details

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, appearing 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.

  • On Thursday, Gotham FC completed the trade sending Josefine Hasbo to Boston Legacy FC.
  • Hasbo joined Gotham FC in June 2025 after finishing a four-year collegiate career at Harvard University.

The players

Josefine Hasbo

A rookie midfielder who was an important part of Gotham FC's 2025 NWSL championship team.

Yael Averbuch West

The general manager and head of soccer operations for Gotham FC.

Boston Legacy FC

The team that acquired Josefine Hasbo from Gotham FC.

Gotham FC

The defending National Women's Soccer League champions who traded Josefine Hasbo to Boston Legacy FC.

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What they’re saying

“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. We appreciate her contributions to the club and wish her nothing but success as she continues the next chapter of her career in Boston.”

— Yael Averbuch West, General Manager and Head of Soccer Operations, Gotham FC (theconwaybulletin.com)

The takeaway

This trade demonstrates Gotham FC's strategic approach to roster management, leveraging allocation money to maintain a competitive edge after their 2025 NWSL championship victory. Meanwhile, Boston Legacy FC has acquired a young, experienced midfielder who can contribute to their midfield depth and future success.