The 2012-13 campaign was a turbulent, defining season for Stoke City as The Potters ultimately finished a respectable 13th in the Premier League with 42 points. The year, which unexpectedly marked the end of manager Tony Pulis's memorable seven-year tenure, was defined by a trademark 'Stoke-like' grit and a rollercoaster of form. Despite an early slump, the team found its footing with an impressive 10-match unbeaten run, highlighted by a memorable 3-1 Boxing Day victory over Liverpool at the Britannia Stadium. Leading the charge with his characteristic tenacity and a team-high 8 crucial league goals was the beloved forward Jonathan Walters. Although they struggled in the new year and briefly flirted with relegation, the Potters secured their top-flight status, making this a pivotal chapter that concluded one era and cemented the legacy of their physically formidable side.