The Premier League table already looks to be taking shape, with a thrilling title race potentially in store.
And fantasy leagues are no different, with the best players quickly racking up early-season points to pull clear.
Want to avoid being left behind? Why not take a look at our Opta-powered picks for matchday five…
ALISSON (Liverpool v Crystal Palace)
Liverpool have started the season in fine form and Alisson has been central to their defensive solidarity, which has seen them keep three clean sheets in four games.
Since the start of last season, only Hugo Lloris (7.7) has prevented more goals than the Brazil goalkeeper (6.2) according to expected goals on target data, while only two can boast a better save percentage than his 74.2.
Crystal Palace may have cruised past Tottenham last time out but beating Alisson will provide a different challenge and the Liverpool man could be a guarantee for much-needed clean sheet points.
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