EPL Fixture: Runners-Up Bournemouth Visit City

The match is scheduled for 4:30 PM GMT as City prepare to welcome the Cherries at the Etihad.

"I hope we can be satisfied when the game is over," said Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.

Notable Comments from the City Star

On the importance of the match: "It's a vital game. We're up against a quality opponent currently they are second. I'm optimistic we can be happy when it's over."

On the challenge Bournemouth pose: "We understand how they play, how intense and combative they are. They work tirelessly a lot and ensure every fixture very difficult."

Speaking about today as the opening of three matches at home back-to-back: "Kicking off with a three points this week would be amazing. We have three really important matches ahead of the break for internationals and hopefully we achieve the three wins. Our attention is on now and next week we will consider the upcoming fixtures."