Kickoff is set for half past four GMT as the Citizens prepare to host Bournemouth on their home turf.
"Hopefully we can be happy when the game finishes," stated Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
On the importance of the match: "This is crucial. We face a strong side and now they are in second place. I hope we can be satisfied at the end."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth present: "We know how they play, their high energy and aggressive they are. They work tirelessly so much and turn each match so hard."
On today being the first of three matches at home in a row: "To start with a three points in this round would be fantastic. There are three really important matches prior to the international break and I hope we get the three wins. Let's focus on now and next week we will look at the following games."
