English Premier League Showdown: Runners-Up Bournemouth Face Manchester City

Kickoff is set for half past four GMT as Manchester City prepare to entertain the Cherries on their home turf.

"I hope we can be pleased when the game is over," stated Manchester City player Gonzalez.

Important Remarks from the City Star

On the importance of the game: "This is crucial. We are playing a top team and now they are in second place. Hopefully we can be pleased after the final whistle."

On the challenge the visitors offer: "We understand their approach, their intensity and physical they are. They run so much and ensure every fixture so hard."

On today being the first of three matches at home back-to-back: "Beginning with a victory in this round would be fantastic. There are three crucial challenges prior to the break for internationals and I'm confident we get the three wins. We must concentrate on today and afterwards we will look at the following games."