Premier League table without VAR - where Newcastle United, Liverpool, Arsenal and Leeds United would sit

There have been a number of moments of controversy in games involving the Magpies this season.

It’s safe to say Newcastle United supporters have not been the biggest fans of VAR so far this season.

Several decisions - and a number of non-decisions - have gone against their side, with several high-profile moments being widely discussed throughout the opening month of the season.

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Just over a week ago, St James Park was rocking with anger and frustration as a seemingly decisive own goal from Crystal Palace defender Tyrick Mitchell was ruled out following a VAR call.

The PGMOL have since admitted that decision was incorrect after being asked to review two major VAR calls on a controversial weekend for the Premier League.

But where would the Magpies sit in the current Premier League table if VAR had not been used?

NewcastleWorld investigates looking at how the table would look without the use of technology, rather than whether or not the right calls had been made.

1. Manchester City: -2 points difference, new total 16

Alvarez scored his first Premier League goals. Credit: Getty.Alvarez scored his first Premier League goals. Credit: Getty.
Alvarez scored his first Premier League goals. Credit: Getty. | Getty Images

2. Arsenal: 0 points difference, new total 14

Sambi. Granit Xhaka, Martin Odegaard, Gabriel Jesus , William Saliba and Ben White celebrates the Arenal goal, scored by Bukyao SakaSambi. Granit Xhaka, Martin Odegaard, Gabriel Jesus , William Saliba and Ben White celebrates the Arenal goal, scored by Bukyao Saka
Sambi. Granit Xhaka, Martin Odegaard, Gabriel Jesus , William Saliba and Ben White celebrates the Arenal goal, scored by Bukyao Saka | Arsenal FC via Getty Images

3. Tottenham Hotspur: 0 points difference, new total 14

Richarlison of Tottenham Hotspur celebrates with teammate Dejan Kulusevski  (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)Richarlison of Tottenham Hotspur celebrates with teammate Dejan Kulusevski  (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)
Richarlison of Tottenham Hotspur celebrates with teammate Dejan Kulusevski (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images) | Getty Images

4. Brighton and Hove Albion: 0 points difference, new total 13

The Argentinean also scored another goal-of-the-season contender in the same game, catching the ball sweetly from 30 yards out on the half volley into the top corner.The Argentinean also scored another goal-of-the-season contender in the same game, catching the ball sweetly from 30 yards out on the half volley into the top corner.
The Argentinean also scored another goal-of-the-season contender in the same game, catching the ball sweetly from 30 yards out on the half volley into the top corner.

5. Manchester United: 0 points difference, new total 12

Rashford netted twice on Sunday as United beat Arsenal 3-1. Credit: Getty.Rashford netted twice on Sunday as United beat Arsenal 3-1. Credit: Getty.
Rashford netted twice on Sunday as United beat Arsenal 3-1. Credit: Getty. | Manchester United via Getty Imag

6. Brentford: -1 point difference, new total 10

Ivan Toney during his hat-trick performance for Brentford against Leeds United. Photo: Andrew Matthews/PA Wire.Ivan Toney during his hat-trick performance for Brentford against Leeds United. Photo: Andrew Matthews/PA Wire.
Ivan Toney during his hat-trick performance for Brentford against Leeds United. Photo: Andrew Matthews/PA Wire.

7. Liverpool: +1 point difference, new total 8

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8. Leeds United: 0 point difference, new total 8

SPECIAL PLAYER - Jesse Marsch believes Leeds United will get more and more out of summer signing Luis Sinisterra, who scored his first Premier League goal against Everton. Pic: Bruce RollinsonSPECIAL PLAYER - Jesse Marsch believes Leeds United will get more and more out of summer signing Luis Sinisterra, who scored his first Premier League goal against Everton. Pic: Bruce Rollinson
SPECIAL PLAYER - Jesse Marsch believes Leeds United will get more and more out of summer signing Luis Sinisterra, who scored his first Premier League goal against Everton. Pic: Bruce Rollinson

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