English Premier League Showdown: Second-Placed Bournemouth Face City

Kickoff is scheduled for 4:30 PM GMT as City prepare to entertain the Cherries on their home turf.

"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game is over," commented City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.

Notable Comments from Nico Gonzalez

Speaking about the weight of the game: "It's a vital game. We're up against a quality opponent currently they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be satisfied after the final whistle."

On the challenge Bournemouth offer: "We understand how they play, how intense and aggressive they are. They run a lot and make every game so hard."

On today being the first of three matches at home back-to-back: "To start with a victory now would be fantastic. We have three really important matches before the FIFA window and I hope we get the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on today and afterwards we will see the next matches."