EPL 2016/17: 10 things we learned from Gameweek 8

WATFORD, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 01: Eddie Howe, Manager of AFC Bournemouth shows apperciation to the fans by clapping after the final whistle during the Premier League match between Watford and AFC Bournemouth at Vicarage Road on October 1, 2016 in Watford, England. (Photo by Dan Mullan/Getty Images) — Eddie Howe is a happy man after the 6-1 win

#4 Joe Allen continues good form for Stoke

STOKE ON TRENT, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 15: Stoke player Joe Allen in action during the Premier League match between Stoke City and Sunderland at Bet365 Stadium on October 15, 2016 in Stoke on Trent, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images) — The Welsh Xavi in action

Stoke City picked up three points thanks to a brace from ‘Welsh Xavi’ Joe Allen. The Welsh midfielder has been in fantastic form for both club and country and has handed his club their first win of the Premier League. Allen scored in his last three appearances for club and country coming into this game.

Manager Mark Hughes looked to make optimum use of his in-form man.The Stoke City boss moved up Joe Allen to a more attacking role in what looked like a number 10 role. The midfielder scored a great header early in the game and followed it with driven shot to score late in the first half.

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