Just when you think MLS results are beginning to settle into a pattern the league reminds us why it is so balanced and entertaining. Week 9 gave us a Philadelphia side that can score and win, the Revolution topping Sporting Kansas City, and FC Dallas’ first loss.
Nine weeks into the season, we have an idea of the early contenders as well as enough data to see where the issues are. LAFC look real and now have a great home atmosphere to reinforce their strong squad. The Whitecaps have been a rollercoaster, sitting third in the West despite a negative seven goal difference.