Kickoff is set for 4:30 PM GMT as City aim to entertain Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be happy at the end of the game concludes," commented Manchester City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We are playing a quality opponent and now they are second. I'm optimistic we can be satisfied after the final whistle."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors pose: "We're aware their style, their high energy and aggressive they are. They run extensively and make every game challenging."
Speaking about today as the first of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Kicking off with a three points this week would be amazing. We have three really important matches prior to the international break and I hope we achieve the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on this game and afterwards we will look at the next matches."
