Kickoff is scheduled for half past four GMT as Manchester City aim to entertain Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied at the end of the game is over," commented Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the game: "This is crucial. We face a top team currently they are runner-up. I hope we can be happy after the final whistle."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors present: "We know how they play, their intensity and combative they are. They run so much and make every game so hard."
Regarding today as the first of three home games in a row: "Kicking off with a win now would be brilliant. We have three crucial tests ahead of the break for internationals and I hope we achieve the full nine points. Our attention is on now and next week we will see the following games."
