EPL Showdown: Runners-Up Bournemouth Visit Man City
Kickoff is planned for half past four GMT as the Citizens prepare to entertain Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I hope we can be pleased at the end of the game is over," said Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Quotes from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the fixture: "This is crucial. We're up against a top team and now they are in second place. Hopefully we can be happy after the final whistle."
On the challenge the visitors present: "We know their style, their high energy and aggressive they are. They run a lot and ensure every fixture so hard."
On today being the initial of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "To start with a three points this week would be brilliant. We have three crucial matches before the break for internationals and I'm confident we secure the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on today and next week we will look at the following games."
