Premier League Showdown: Runners-Up Bournemouth Face Manchester City

Kickoff is scheduled for half past four GMT while City get ready to host Bournemouth in Manchester.

"Hopefully we can be happy at the end of the game finishes," stated City midfielder Gonzalez.

Important Comments from the City Star

Regarding the significance of the match: "It's a vital game. We are playing a strong side currently they are runner-up. Hopefully we can be happy when it's over."

On the challenge the visitors present: "We're aware their approach, how intense and combative they are. They cover ground a lot and turn each match so hard."

On today being the initial of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "To start with a three points now would be brilliant. There are three really important challenges prior to the FIFA window and hopefully we achieve the full nine points. Let's focus on this game and next week we will consider the next matches."