Kickoff is planned for 4:30 PM GMT as the Citizens aim to welcome Bournemouth in Manchester.
"Hopefully we can be pleased when the game is over," said Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Quotes from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We're up against a quality opponent currently they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be pleased when it's over."
Regarding the threat the visitors present: "We know their approach, their intensity and combative they are. They run a lot and ensure every fixture very difficult."
Speaking about today as the opening of three home games back-to-back: "To start with a three points this week would be brilliant. There are three vital challenges ahead of the international break and I'm confident we achieve the three wins. Our attention is on now and next week we will look at the upcoming fixtures."
