Premier League Showdown: Second-Placed Bournemouth Face Manchester City

Kickoff is scheduled for 4:30 PM GMT while City aim to welcome Bournemouth in Manchester.

"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game is over," commented Manchester City player Nico Gonzalez.

Important Comments from the City Star

Speaking about the weight of the match: "This is crucial. We are playing a strong side and now they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be happy at the end."

On the challenge Bournemouth present: "We understand their style, their intensity and combative they are. They run a lot and ensure every fixture very difficult."

On today being the first of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "To start with a win this week would be amazing. We have three crucial challenges ahead of the international break and I'm confident we secure the three wins. Our attention is on today and later we will look at the upcoming fixtures."