Premier League Fixture: Runners-Up Bournemouth Face Man City

Kickoff is planned for 16:30 GMT while City get ready to entertain the Cherries at the Etihad.

"I'm hopeful we can be pleased at the end of the game finishes," commented Manchester City player Gonzalez.

Key Quotes from Nico Gonzalez

Speaking about the weight of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We are playing a quality opponent and now they are runner-up. I hope we can be happy at the end."

On the challenge the visitors pose: "We're aware how they play, their high energy and physical they are. They run a lot and ensure every fixture so hard."

Regarding today as the opening of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "To start with a win this week would be fantastic. There are three really important challenges before the break for internationals and I hope we achieve the three wins. Let's focus on this game and afterwards we will look at the next matches."