Kickoff is scheduled for 4:30 PM GMT as the Citizens aim to entertain Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased at the end of the game is over," commented City player Gonzalez.
Important Remarks from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "It's really important. We are playing a quality opponent currently they are second. I hope we can be pleased at the end."
On the challenge Bournemouth present: "We're aware how they play, their intensity and combative they are. They work tirelessly so much and make every game so hard."
On today being the first of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "To start with a victory this week would be fantastic. We have three really important challenges ahead of the international break and I hope we get the full nine points. Our attention is on today and later we will look at the upcoming fixtures."
