Points win prizes, we all know that, but one of the most fascinating columns in the table is actually the one that details goal difference.
You know the score, goals scored minus goals conceded and you’ve got the handy idea of how your club is performing.
And, of course, it can be hugely important at the end of the season with goal difference allowing Manchester City to win the title ahead of Man United in 2012.
Meanwhile Fulham, Wigan, Everton, Coventry, Southampton and Oldham all avoided relegation thanks to their goal difference.