Adams' Assist Double

 Midfielder Set Premier League Mark for Americans With Third Assist in Two Matches

Tyler Adams became a key playmaker in Bournemouth's comprehensive 5-0 demolition of Nottingham Forest on Saturday by doing what he does best — win the ball. The U.S. men's national team midfielder provided two crucial assists, helping propel his team to a statement victory at Vitality Stadium.

Known primarily for his defensive work, Adams has been quietly evolving his game under manager Andoni Iraola. After recording his first Premier League assist just a week earlier in a draw against Chelsea, Adams stepped up to another level against Forest. His first assist came early, setting up Justin Kluivert's ninth-minute opener. Kluivert did most of the work, but Adams had to make a quick pass to relieve pressure in the defensive final third. But then Kluivert made no mistake, picking up the ball and running with it for 50 yards before beating goalkeeper Matz Sels from 25 yards to give Bournemouth an early lead.

Adams' second assist proved equally important, coming in the 61st minute when he perfectly teed up Dango Ouattara for what would become part of his hat-trick. This moment encapsulated Adams' growing confidence as he jumped the lazy pass in midfield and released Ouattara with the through pass.

Overall, he completed 23-of-27 passes (85%) while completing two tackles and two interceptions. Bournemouth's victory was part of an impressive 11-match unbeaten streak, with Adams playing a pivotal role in their recent success. After battling injury issues earlier in the season, he now appears fully fit and in form.

"It was a great result," Cherries manager Andoni Iraola said. "We knew we were facing a very good team and that they were also coming in a very good run, but in this game, I think scoring first is key. In most of their last games, they’ve been winning from the first half, and then it becomes the game they want. The goal from Justin in the beginning helped us and made the game look better for us."

The win propelled Bournemouth to sixth place, just one point off a top-four spot. As Bournemouth prepares to face league leaders Liverpool next, Tyler Adams has shown he's no longer just a defensive midfielder but a complete, game-changing player capable of turning matches with his intelligence, technique and ever-expanding skill set.