Top 10 Premier League clubs with most points dropped from winning positions

Lead squanders of the Premier League

The Premier League is known for its competitive nature and thrilling title races, but it's also known for teams who have blown big leads in the league, resulting in heartbreak for their fans and missed opportunities for glory. Whether due to defensive lapses, a lack of composure, or tactical vulnerabilities, these teams have found themselves on the wrong end of the scoreline.

It serves as a stark reminder that no lead is safe in the Premier League, where even the most seemingly comfortable positions can unwind in the face of determined opposition and the relentless pressure of playing at the top level. This aspect of the game is an integral part of what makes the Premier League one of the most unpredictable football leagues in the world.

Over the years, there are a lot of teams that have lost matches where they've looked comfortable and commanding. We'll look at the teams that have given away the most points in the league:

10. Manchester City - 289 points

Manchester City, despite being one of the dominant forces in English football, have faced occasional challenges in maintaining leads, which has led to a drop in points in some matches. This has been a particular issue in recent seasons, with the Cityzens dropping points from winning positions on several occasions in the 2022-23 Premier League season.

9. Liverpool - 365 points

The most decorated club in terms of trophies has also had moments where they've blown away leads and given the matches to the opposition. There is no single explanation for why they have lost 365 points from a leading position and it has happened so often in the recent seasons. Liverpool tries to play attractive football, even when they have a lead. This has led to them taking unnecessary risks and leaving themselves open to counter-attacks.

8. Arsenal - 372 points

The ability to close out games and protect leads is a critical aspect of a team's success in the league, like any competitive team, they've experienced moments in the league where they couldn't hold onto leads. Still, on track to match last season’s achievement of never losing from a winning position, Arsenal have dropped four points already this season, making it to 372 points lost from a winning position.

7. Newcastle United - 414 points

Newcastle United have been one of the most improved teams in the Premier League in recent seasons, but they have also been one of the most wasteful. This is a problem that has plagued Newcastle for many years, and it is one that has cost them dearly in terms of points and league position. This season, Newcastle were 1-0 up against 10 men Liverpool with 10 minutes to go, they ended up losing the match 2-1.

6. West Ham - 424 points

Like many teams in the competitive Premier League, West Ham has encountered moments of vulnerability, often when trying to protect a winning position. In the ongoing season, they blew up the late to the former league champions, Manchester City.

5. Aston Villa - 428 points

Aston Villa, a storied club in the Premier League, has faced challenges in maintaining their leads, resulting in points slipping away on a couple of occasions, they have had moments where they couldn't hold onto advantageous positions during matches.

4. Southampton - 437 points

Southampton, a well-known club in the Premier League, has experienced difficulties in preserving their leads in certain matches, which is why they were relegated last season, and they currently sit at the 15th position in the second-tier of England. Points lost by the club make it an average of 10.9 points dropped from winning positions per season.

3. Chelsea - 446 points

If Chelsea wants to challenge for the biggest trophies on a consistent basis, they will need to find a way to solve their problem of blowing leads. This is something that manager Mauricio Pochettino is aware of, they have spent a huge amount of money on transfers in recent years, yet there is not a single sign of improvement when it comes to Chelsea protecting the lead.

2. Everton - 449 points

A lack of squad depth, which can make it difficult to rotate players and maintain freshness is one of the reasons Everton have not been able to produce results consecutively for a few years now. They battle relegation almost every year, losing from winning positions has been their problem for a long time. They have a history of underperforming not only against big teams but also mostly against the teams who sit in the bottom half of the points table.

1. Tottenham Hotspur - 451 points

Tottenham Hotspur are the only club now to lead the list of points won from losing positions and points lost from winning positions. They have often been labelled as 'Spursy' in recent history due to their ability to throw away leads on a consistent basis. The north London side has thrown away 451 points during their 31-year Premier League career.