EPL Showdown: Second-Placed Bournemouth Face Manchester City

Kickoff is planned for 4:30 PM GMT while City prepare to host the Cherries at the Etihad.

"I hope we can be pleased at the end of the game concludes," said City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.

Important Comments from the City Star

Regarding the significance of the game: "This is crucial. We're up against a top team and now they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be satisfied after the final whistle."

Regarding the threat the visitors pose: "We understand their style, their high energy and combative they are. They work tirelessly extensively and make every game so hard."

Speaking about today as the first of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "Beginning with a win now would be fantastic. There are three vital tests ahead of the international break and I hope we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on this game and next week we will consider the upcoming fixtures."