As Zachary and Jordan Henderson geared up on the sidelines, a sense of anticipation swept through Selhurst Park.
The Crystal Palace fans and bench appeared increasingly anxious. Having witnessed Zachary's World Cup brilliance and impressive Champions League performances with Juventus, they knew his entry into the match would make things more challenging.
Meanwhile, the few Liverpool fans who had made the trip to London were visibly thrilled, their cheers growing louder and more passionate as Zachary completed his warm-up on the sidelines.
The commentators, Alan Parry and Alan Smith, added to the anticipation. "And there he is, Zachary, warming up on the sidelines," Alan Parry announced. "The world-class signing from Juventus, fresh off a World Cup victory with Ivory Coast. This could be a game-changer, Alan."
