Simpson Thacher is advising two-time and reigning NWSL champion Gotham FC in its $100 million capital raise to accelerate its growth through continued investment in players, infrastructure and fan experiences, building on its success on and off the field to set a new standard for excellence in women's sports.
The capital raise follows a period of extraordinary growth for Gotham FC, and will support its long-term growth, with a focus on sustaining a championship-caliber team, connecting with more fans across the New York region and strengthening the club’s operations and infrastructure for the future.
The Simpson Thacher team includes Eric Geffner, Matthew Carpenter-Dennis, Michael Kuh, Steven Palyca, David Krieghbaum, Isabella Robakowski and Logan Duffy (Sports – M&A); Alec Jarvis and Sean Largey (Tax); and Jeannine McSweeney and Jesslyn Nunez (Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits).