English Premier League Clash: Runners-Up Bournemouth Face Manchester City

Kickoff is planned for 16:30 GMT as the Citizens get ready to welcome Bournemouth at the Etihad.

"Hopefully we can be pleased when the game finishes," stated City player Nico Gonzalez.

Important Comments from Nico Gonzalez

On the importance of the match: "This is crucial. We're up against a strong side and now they are runner-up. I hope we can be happy at the end."

On the challenge the visitors pose: "We're aware their style, how intense and combative they are. They cover ground a lot and ensure every fixture very difficult."

Speaking about today as the first of three matches at home consecutively: "Kicking off with a win this week would be amazing. There are three crucial challenges before the break for internationals and I hope we secure the full nine points. Let's focus on today and afterwards we will consider the upcoming fixtures."