Kickoff is planned for 4:30 PM GMT as the Citizens aim to welcome Bournemouth on their home turf.
"Hopefully we can be happy when the game is over," commented Manchester City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We face a quality opponent currently they are second. Hopefully we can be satisfied when it's over."
On the challenge the visitors pose: "We understand their style, their high energy and physical they are. They work tirelessly extensively and make every game challenging."
On today being the opening of three matches at home consecutively: "Kicking off with a win this week would be brilliant. There are three vital challenges ahead of the international break and I hope we secure the full nine points. Let's focus on now and later we will see the next matches."
