The beautiful game is getting uglier. There is a clear trend that has emerged in that we are seeing more goals than in previous seasons, a result of organizations focusing more on quick counter-attacks to get the upper hand.
Clubs like Atlanta United and the Portland Timbers, the two highest scoring squads thus far, win through direct passing and speed to the goal - the two most basic components of transition play. This allows those clubs to concede possession at times, but ultimately leave their opposition in the dust when it comes to scoring efficacy.