Newcastle United got themselves back into the thick of the top six race with a five-star win over Sheffield United on Saturday, taking advantage of Manchester United’s home slip-up to Burnley. The Magpies remain seventh in the Premier League, one point behind the Red Devils, but where would they be without VAR?
Eddie Howe’s men still have a solid shot at securing Europa League football, albeit they need to catch Man United and hope Manchester City defeat the Red Devils in the FA Cup final. In the meantime, we have taken a look at the latest Premier League without VAR table. We calculate the table by taking all of the game-defining VAR decisions and going with the decision made by the referee on the pitch. Take a look below.
1. Premier League without VAR
Where Arsenal, Chelsea, Spurs and their Premier League rivals would sit in the league if VAR wasn't used | Getty Images
2. Sheffield United
Points without VAR: 13 (Difference -3) | Getty Images
3. Luton Town
Points without VAR: 25 (Difference -1) | Getty Images
4. Burnley
Points without VAR: 26 (Difference +2) | Getty Images