EPL Showdown: Second-Placed Bournemouth Visit City

Kickoff is planned for 16:30 GMT as Manchester City get ready to welcome the Cherries in Manchester.

"Hopefully we can be satisfied when the game finishes," said City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.

Notable Remarks from the City Star

Speaking about the weight of the match: "It's a vital game. We're up against a top team currently they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be pleased at the end."

Regarding the threat the visitors pose: "We know how they play, their intensity and combative they are. They work tirelessly extensively and ensure every fixture so hard."

Regarding today as the first of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Beginning with a victory now would be brilliant. We have three really important challenges before the FIFA window and I hope we secure the three wins. Our attention is on today and later we will look at the next matches."