Kickoff is scheduled for 16:30 GMT as Manchester City get ready to welcome Bournemouth on their home turf.
"Hopefully we can be pleased when the game is over," stated City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Remarks from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "It's really important. We're up against a strong side and now they are in second place. I hope we can be happy at the end."
On the challenge Bournemouth pose: "We know their style, their intensity and aggressive they are. They cover ground so much and turn each match very difficult."
Regarding today as the first of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "Kicking off with a victory now would be amazing. We have three really important tests before the international break and hopefully we achieve the full nine points. Let's focus on now and later we will see the next matches."
