The 2016-17 campaign was a challenging one for Stoke City, which saw The Potters finish 13th in the Premier League, ending a run of three consecutive top-half finishes. Leading the line was the iconic Peter Crouch, whose 7 league goals (10 in all competitions) proved vital and included his historic 100th Premier League goal. The team's season was defined by a turbulent start that saw them briefly in the relegation zone, with new signing Joe Allen a bright spark, as an inconsistent second half ultimately led to early cup exits and a lower mid-table position.