Research from The Sun has detailed how the top-flight would have finished had VAR not been in play last season.
In the end, did it benefit or prove problematic for Steve Bruce’s side on their way to sealing a 12th placed finish?
Find out below:
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9. Leeds United - 59 points (same position)
With or without VAR? It wouldn't have mattered for Leeds, who finished in 9th with the same number of points. Photo: Stu Forster
10. Aston Villa - 57 points (up one position)
Without VAR, Villa would have achieved a top 10 finish via their two extra points gained. Photo: Pool
11. Everton - 54 points (down one position)
Without VAR, Everton would have finished in the bottom half and been five points worse off in what was already an underwhelming campaign. Photo: Pool
12. Newcastle United - 47 points (same position)
No change in Newcastle’s final position, though Steve Bruce’s side would have been two points better off without VAR. Photo: DAVID KLEIN