"And then," the host's voice rang over the polished studio set, "there were two."
The camera panned across the screen as glossy highlights of Arsenal's season flashed by.
Some of Izan's goals, Saka's darts and Odegaard's captain's clap before cutting to shots of Liverpool's pressing, Salah's sharp finishes, and Alisson's crucial saves.
The host, seated at the desk in front of a backdrop that read Premier League Countdown, leaned forward, palms spread in measured drama.
"Saturday evening. Anfield. Arsenal against Liverpool. One match that could decide the title."
A graphic came up in bold gold and red, splitting the two crests side by side.
The stakes were printed beneath them: Win for Arsenal = Champions. Draw for Arsenal = Champions. Win for Liverpool = Title race alive.
