EPL Clash: Runners-Up Bournemouth Visit City

Kickoff is planned for 4:30 PM GMT while the Citizens prepare to welcome Bournemouth at the Etihad.

"I hope we can be pleased at the end of the game concludes," said City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.

Notable Comments from Nico Gonzalez

On the importance of the game: "It's a vital game. We face a quality opponent and now they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be pleased at the end."

On the challenge the visitors pose: "We understand how they play, their high energy and physical they are. They work tirelessly a lot and ensure every fixture challenging."

Speaking about today as the first of three home games consecutively: "Kicking off with a win in this round would be fantastic. We have three vital tests prior to the FIFA window and I hope we secure the three wins. Let's focus on now and afterwards we will consider the following games."