Kickoff is scheduled for 4:30 PM GMT as Manchester City prepare to welcome Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I hope we can be happy when the game finishes," stated City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the game: "It's a vital game. We face a top team currently they are second. Hopefully we can be happy at the end."
On the challenge Bournemouth present: "We understand their style, their intensity and combative they are. They cover ground extensively and ensure every fixture very difficult."
Speaking about today as the first of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Kicking off with a three points this week would be amazing. There are three really important challenges ahead of the international break and I'm confident we get the full nine points. We must concentrate on this game and later we will see the upcoming fixtures."
