Kickoff is set for 16:30 GMT as the Citizens prepare to welcome Bournemouth on their home turf.
"Hopefully we can be pleased at the end of the game is over," commented Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from the City Star
On the importance of the game: "It's a vital game. We are playing a strong side currently they are second. I'm optimistic we can be pleased after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat the visitors offer: "We understand their approach, their intensity and physical they are. They cover ground so much and turn each match so hard."
On today being the initial of three home games in a row: "Kicking off with a three points this week would be brilliant. There are three vital challenges ahead of the break for internationals and hopefully we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on now and later we will consider the next matches."
