English Premier League Showdown: Second-Placed Bournemouth Visit City
The match is planned for 4:30 PM GMT as the Citizens prepare to entertain the Cherries at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be pleased when the game concludes," stated City player Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from Nico Gonzalez
Speaking about the weight of the fixture: "This is crucial. We face a quality opponent currently they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be pleased at the end."
On the challenge the visitors offer: "We know their style, their intensity and physical they are. They run a lot and make every game very difficult."
On today being the first of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Kicking off with a victory in this round would be brilliant. There are three really important matches prior to the break for internationals and I hope we secure the three wins. Our attention is on today and afterwards we will look at the upcoming fixtures."