EPL Showdown: Second-Placed Bournemouth Travel to City

Kickoff is set for 4:30 PM GMT as City prepare to entertain Bournemouth at the Etihad.

"I hope we can be happy at the end of the game is over," stated Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.

Notable Quotes from Nico Gonzalez

On the importance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We face a strong side and now they are second. I hope we can be happy when it's over."

Speaking about the difficulty Bournemouth pose: "We understand their style, their high energy and aggressive they are. They cover ground so much and ensure every fixture so hard."

Speaking about today as the opening of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "Kicking off with a victory now would be fantastic. There are three vital matches prior to the break for internationals and I hope we achieve the three wins. Let's focus on now and next week we will consider the upcoming fixtures."