Kickoff is scheduled for 16:30 GMT as City aim to entertain Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I hope we can be satisfied at the end of the game concludes," commented Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Comments from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the match: "This is crucial. We're up against a quality opponent currently they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be satisfied when it's over."
Regarding the threat the visitors pose: "We know their approach, their intensity and combative they are. They work tirelessly extensively and turn each match very difficult."
Regarding today as the opening of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Beginning with a victory this week would be fantastic. There are three crucial matches prior to the break for internationals and I'm confident we achieve the full nine points. We must concentrate on now and next week we will look at the upcoming fixtures."
