Recent analyses suggest that the traditional Premier League table does not tell the full story of team performances. Several alternative league tables have been proposed, each offering different perspectives on team rankings based on various hypothetical scenarios. These include first-half versus second-half results, expected points models, and modifications like removing stoppage time, set-piece goals, or even the goalposts themselves. For example, Manchester City’s dominance in the first half of matches significantly impacts their overall standing, with their second-half performance being much weaker, dropping them from first to sixth in alternate tables. Conversely, teams like Manchester United and Aston Villa show notable shifts between first and second halves. Removing stoppage time would benefit teams like Leeds and Liverpool, which have conceded or scored many late goals, respectively. Eliminating set-piece goals would notably reduce Arsenal’s points by eight, highlighting their reliance on set plays for scoring. Hypothetically, if every shot hitting the post or crossbar resulted in a goal, Manchester United and Manchester City would gain substantial points, potentially altering the league’s top contenders. Additionally, the expected points table, based on goal expectancy data, reveals discrepancies such as Aston Villa overperforming relative to their xG, and Sunderland underperforming. These models provide a nuanced understanding of team performances beyond raw points. Overall, these alternative tables underscore the complexity and unpredictability of football, illustrating that the actual league standings are just one of many ways to interpret team success and performance.