Kickoff is scheduled for half past four GMT while City aim to welcome Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I hope we can be satisfied at the end of the game concludes," commented Manchester City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the match: "It's really important. We face a top team currently they are second. Hopefully we can be pleased when it's over."
On the challenge the visitors offer: "We understand their style, their high energy and physical they are. They run so much and make every game so hard."
Regarding today as the first of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "Beginning with a three points this week would be amazing. There are three crucial challenges before the FIFA window and I'm confident we get the three wins. Our attention is on today and later we will look at the following games."
