EPL Showdown: Second-Placed Bournemouth Visit City

The match is set for 4:30 PM GMT while City get ready to host Bournemouth on their home turf.

"I'm hopeful we can be pleased when the game concludes," said City player Gonzalez.

Notable Quotes from the City Star

On the importance of the game: "It's really important. We're up against a strong side currently they are runner-up. I hope we can be pleased after the final whistle."

On the challenge Bournemouth offer: "We're aware how they play, their high energy and combative they are. They cover ground extensively and turn each match so hard."

Speaking about today as the initial of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Kicking off with a win this week would be fantastic. We have three really important matches prior to the international break and I hope we get the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on today and next week we will see the upcoming fixtures."