The match is planned for 4:30 PM GMT while the Citizens get ready to entertain Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I hope we can be pleased when the game is over," stated Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the fixture: "It's really important. We face a top team and now they are second. I'm optimistic we can be satisfied at the end."
On the challenge Bournemouth pose: "We know their approach, their high energy and combative they are. They work tirelessly a lot and turn each match very difficult."
On today being the first of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "To start with a victory now would be amazing. There are three vital tests prior to the break for internationals and hopefully we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on today and next week we will see the following games."
