The Premier League's long-awaited opening weekend brought about excitement, drama and entertainment as it often does - but plenty also went according to the script as far as FPL was concerned.
While few predicted Fulham's fearless display at Craven Cottage, holding Liverpool to a 2-2 draw, heavily-captained Mohamed Salah (£13.0m) delivered a goal and assist to repay the managers who trusted in him despite his hefty price tag.
A sensational two-goal performance at West Ham from Erling Haaland (£11.6m) proved just how lethal he can be leading the line at Manchester City, having already linked up with star playmaker Kevin de Bruyne (£12.