The match is scheduled for 4:30 PM GMT as Manchester City prepare to welcome Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game finishes," stated City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
Regarding the significance 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 when it's over."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors present: "We're aware how they play, their high energy and aggressive they are. They run a lot and turn each match very difficult."
Regarding today as the initial of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "To start with a victory now would be amazing. We have three vital tests ahead of the break for internationals and I hope we secure the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on today and later we will look at the following games."
