The match is set for 16:30 GMT as City aim to entertain Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased when the game concludes," stated Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Quotes from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the game: "It's a vital game. We are playing a quality opponent currently they are in second place. I hope we can be happy after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat the visitors present: "We know how they play, how intense and combative they are. They cover ground a lot and make every game so hard."
On today being the first of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "Kicking off with a win now would be fantastic. We have three crucial matches prior to the international break and hopefully we secure the three wins. We must concentrate on today and later we will look at the upcoming fixtures."
