Good afternoon and welcome to Daily Mail Sport's coverage as Manchester City welcome high-flying Bournemouth to the Etihad.

The Cherries arrived in Manchester lying second in the Premier League table, seven points behind leaders Arsenal.

Andoni Iraola's side have lit up the Premier League so far this season and would garner even more plaudits if they were to stun Man City this afternoon.

For Pep Guardiola, a defeat would see Man City remain nine points behind Arsenal in the early months of the campaign.

Victory, though, would propel his side about Bournemouth into second and further suggestions Man City could be the Gunners biggest rivals this season.

It should be a fascinating watch over the next few hours. Stick with us for all the build-up and coverage from the Etihad.

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