EPL Fixture: Second-Placed Bournemouth Face Man City

The match is scheduled for 16:30 GMT as Manchester City prepare to entertain the Cherries in Manchester.

"I hope we can be pleased at the end of the game finishes," stated City midfielder Gonzalez.

Key Quotes from the City Star

Regarding the significance of the game: "This is crucial. We are playing a strong side currently they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be happy at the end."

On the challenge the visitors pose: "We understand their approach, their intensity and physical they are. They work tirelessly a lot and ensure every fixture so hard."

Regarding today as the initial of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "To start with a victory this week would be brilliant. We have three vital matches ahead of the break for internationals and I'm confident we secure the three wins. We must concentrate on now and next week we will see the next matches."