The match is set for half past four GMT as Manchester City aim to entertain Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I hope we can be pleased at the end of the game concludes," said Manchester City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We're up against a strong side currently they are runner-up. Hopefully we can be happy when it's over."
On the challenge the visitors pose: "We understand how they play, their high energy and combative they are. They run extensively and make every game very difficult."
Speaking about today as the first of three matches at home consecutively: "To start with a victory now would be fantastic. We have three crucial tests prior to the international break and I'm confident we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on today and afterwards we will look at the following games."
