Kickoff is set for half past four GMT as Manchester City prepare to welcome Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied when the game concludes," commented Manchester City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "It's really important. We are playing a top team currently they are in second place. I hope we can be happy after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat the visitors offer: "We know their approach, their high energy and physical they are. They cover ground a lot and make every game challenging."
On today being the opening of three matches at home consecutively: "Beginning with a victory now would be fantastic. We have three crucial challenges before the FIFA window and I hope we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on this game and afterwards we will look at the following games."
