Kickoff is scheduled for 4:30 PM GMT as City get ready to welcome Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied at the end of the game finishes," commented City player Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the match: "This is crucial. We're up against a top team currently they are runner-up. Hopefully we can be happy after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth present: "We understand their style, how intense and combative they are. They work tirelessly so much and turn each match challenging."
Regarding today as the opening of three matches at home back-to-back: "Kicking off with a victory this week would be amazing. There are three really important challenges ahead of the FIFA window and hopefully we get the three wins. Our attention is on now and next week we will see the following games."
