Premier League Showdown: Second-Placed Bournemouth Face City
The match is set for half past four GMT while City prepare to welcome the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied at the end of the game finishes," commented City player Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We're up against a top team and now they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be happy when it's over."
On the challenge the visitors offer: "We're aware how they play, their intensity and combative they are. They cover ground so much and ensure every fixture very difficult."
Regarding today as the initial of three home games consecutively: "To start with a three points now would be amazing. There are three crucial tests prior to the break for internationals and hopefully we achieve the three wins. Our attention is on today and next week we will see the upcoming fixtures."
