Newcastle United got a much needed weekend off over the last few days, with Eddie Howe getting time to put together a plan to right the ship amid a disappointing start to the season. The Magpies are currently 10th in the table, but where would they be without VAR?
The technology has been controversial throughout the span of its use in the Premier League, but in any given season, it can benefit some more than others. But how different would the table look if it didn’t exist? We have calculated the latest without VAR table below by taking all game-defining VAR decisions that led to goals and going with the decision made by the referee on the pitch. Take a look below to see where Newcastle United rank.
1. Sheffield United
Points Without VAR: 9. Difference: -1.
2. 19th – Burnley
Points Without VAR: 14. Difference: +2.
3. 18th – Luton Town
Points Without VAR: 16. Difference: 0.
4. 17th – Everton
Points Without VAR: 17* (*10-point deduction). Difference: 0.
5. 16th – Nottingham Forest
Points Without VAR: 19. Difference: -1.
6. 15th – Crystal Palace
Points Without VAR: 21. Difference: 0.
