The match is scheduled for 16:30 GMT while City prepare to host Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied at the end of the game is over," stated Manchester City player Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Quotes from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We're up against a strong side and now they are second. I hope we can be pleased at the end."
Speaking about the difficulty Bournemouth pose: "We're aware how they play, their high energy and combative they are. They work tirelessly a lot and make every game very difficult."
On today being the opening of three home games consecutively: "Kicking off with a three points now would be brilliant. There are three really important challenges prior to the international break and I hope we achieve the three wins. Our attention is on now and afterwards we will look at the following games."
