“Defense wins championships” is one of the oldest and most prevalent adages in sports. But “the best defense is a good offense” is one that has gained steam as the offensive output and athleticism — no matter the sport — has continued to grow exponentially in the past two decades or so. Whether you’re talking about the NFL, MLB, NHL, or one of the various football leagues around the world, it’s undeniable that the attacking side of things has reigned supreme in recent memory.
New York City FC’s home matchup against expansion side FC Cincinnati the past Thursday was a good example of that.