Arsenal enter the international break second in the league table behind unbeaten Manchester City, who have won every league game since the start of the term. However, the standings could look very different if VAR had not been introduced into the Premier League.The technology has become a major part of the sport over the past decade, changing the way important decisions are made during matches. Without VAR, numerous decisions would have been left to the officials on the pitch, potentially producing different outcomes across the league.VAR has influenced the league tableBeyond the time spent checking and cross-checking footage, VAR has played a significant role in shaping the Premier League standings since its introduction. Decisions involving goals, penalties and other key incidents have all had the potential to affect the number of points teams collect.Arsenal have benefited from VAR decisions at times, but they have also found themselves on the wrong end of some calls. The Gunners have experienced the impact of the technology from both sides, with controversial decisions affecting their matches during the campaign.The difference becomes particularly notable when looking at where Arsenal could have been without VAR. Give Me Sport has revealed that the Premier League table this term would have been significantly different without the technology, with Arsenal moving into first place.Arsenal would have led the tableAccording to the alternative standings, Arsenal would have been top and would have moved one place above their current position. That would represent a change from the current table, where Manchester City sit above them.Brentford would have occupied second place in the alternative table after accumulating two more points than they currently have. Their position would therefore have changed significantly if the decisions affected by VAR had gone differently.City, meanwhile, would have dropped to third place in the alternative standings. The champions would have four fewer points than they have now, showing how much the technology can influence the league table over the course of a season.The alternative standings highlight the potential impact of individual decisions and how they can change the positions of several clubs. Arsenal’s position in particular would have been dramatically different, with the Gunners sitting at the top of the Premier League rather than second._____________________________________________________________________________________________ADMIN COMMENTSo here are some simple rules which I must insist commenters follow….You agree not to give any personal abuse to other Arsenal fans. Everyone is allowed to hold their own opinions even if you disagree with them. It COSTS NOTHING TO BE POLITE TO OTHER ARSENAL FANS.CALLING ALL ARSENAL FANS! Anyone who would like to contribute an Article or Video opinion piece on JustArsenal, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us through this link…More Stories / Latest NewsWhere does Arsenal stand in the league table without VAR?24 September 2026, 20:20Arsenal is eyeing a move for impressive Real Sociedad youngster24 September 2026, 19:00Why Martinelli was happy to leave Arsenal this summer24 September 2026, 18:00The post Where does Arsenal stand in the league table without VAR? appeared first on Just Arsenal News.