The match is scheduled for half past four GMT while City aim to welcome Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game is over," stated City player Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We face a quality opponent currently they are runner-up. I hope we can be satisfied after the final whistle."
On the challenge the visitors present: "We know their style, their intensity and physical they are. They run a lot and ensure every fixture so hard."
Regarding today as the first of three matches at home consecutively: "To start with a win in this round would be amazing. There are three really important challenges before the break for internationals and I hope we secure the full nine points. We must concentrate on today and afterwards we will see the next matches."
