Kickoff is set for half past four GMT as City aim to welcome Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased at the end of the game concludes," commented Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the game: "It's a vital game. We face a top team and now they are second. I hope we can be satisfied at the end."
On the challenge Bournemouth offer: "We know their style, their high energy and combative they are. They run a lot and ensure every fixture challenging."
Speaking about today as the first of three matches at home in a row: "To start with a win now would be fantastic. There are three vital challenges ahead of the FIFA window and I hope we get the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on now and afterwards we will see the following games."
