The match is set for 4:30 PM GMT as City prepare to welcome Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game concludes," commented City player Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Quotes from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We face a strong side and now they are in second place. Hopefully we can be pleased when it's over."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth offer: "We know how they play, their intensity and aggressive they are. They cover ground a lot and turn each match challenging."
Regarding today as the opening of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "To start with a victory now would be brilliant. There are three vital challenges ahead of the international break and I hope we get the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on today and next week we will consider the next matches."
