English Premier League Showdown: Second-Placed Bournemouth Travel to City

Kickoff is planned for 4:30 PM GMT as City get ready to welcome the Cherries in Manchester.

"Hopefully we can be satisfied when the game finishes," said City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.

Key Quotes from Nico Gonzalez

Regarding the significance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We are playing a quality opponent currently they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be happy at the end."

On the challenge Bournemouth offer: "We understand how they play, their intensity and physical they are. They work tirelessly extensively and turn each match challenging."

Regarding today as the initial of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "Kicking off with a win in this round would be amazing. There are three vital tests prior to the FIFA window and hopefully we achieve the three wins. We must concentrate on now and next week we will see the upcoming fixtures."