EPL 2016/17: 10 things we learned from gameweek 16

MIDDLESBROUGH, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 14: Adam Lallana (3rd L) of Liverpool celebrates scoring the opening goal with his team mates during the Premier League match between Middlesbrough and Liverpool at Riverside Stadium on December 14, 2016 in Middlesbrough, England.  (Photo by Jan Kruger/Getty Images)
Adam Lallana scored a brace to take Liverpool on the second spot in the Premier League table

#9 Bournemouth's Adam Smith blossoming in a midfield role

Adam Smith
Smith created the most chances for his side and also lost possession just three times

Eddie Howe is an astute tactician which is evident yet again this season as the Cherries are doing remarkably well. A 1-0 win over champions Leicester takes them to the tenth spot on the league table.

To adjust Chelsea loanee Nathan Ake in the side, Howe made an adjustment to accommodate fullback Adam Smith in midfield which has proved to be a decisive move by the Englishman. Smith created the most chances for his side and also lost possession just three times with a shift in the position helping the former Tottenham trainee to perform well.

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