The match is set for half past four GMT while the Citizens aim to welcome Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I hope we can be pleased at the end of the game concludes," said Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Remarks from the City Star
On the importance of the game: "It's really important. We're up against a quality opponent currently they are in second place. I hope we can be happy after the final whistle."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors offer: "We know how they play, how intense and combative they are. They cover ground a lot and turn each match very difficult."
Regarding today as the first of three home games back-to-back: "Kicking off with a three points now would be fantastic. There are three crucial tests prior to the break for internationals and hopefully we get the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on this game and afterwards we will see the upcoming fixtures."
