Premier League Fixture: Second-Placed Bournemouth Travel to City
The match is planned for 16:30 GMT as City get ready to entertain the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game finishes," commented City player Gonzalez.
Notable Quotes from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We face a quality opponent currently they are in second place. I hope we can be pleased at the end."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth present: "We're aware their approach, how intense and combative they are. They work tirelessly extensively and ensure every fixture so hard."
Speaking about today as the opening of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "To start with a win now would be amazing. There are three crucial tests ahead of the break for internationals and I hope we achieve the full nine points. We must concentrate on today and next week we will consider the upcoming fixtures."
