The match is planned for 16:30 GMT while City get ready to welcome Bournemouth on their home turf.
"Hopefully we can be happy at the end of the game finishes," commented Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Remarks from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the match: "It's a vital game. We're up against a strong side currently they are in second place. Hopefully we can be happy after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth pose: "We know their approach, their intensity and aggressive they are. They work tirelessly so much and ensure every fixture very difficult."
On today being the initial of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Beginning with a three points now would be brilliant. We have three vital tests prior to the international break and I hope we achieve the full nine points. Our attention is on today and next week we will consider the next matches."
