Kickoff is planned for 4:30 PM GMT as City get ready to welcome Bournemouth in Manchester.
"Hopefully we can be happy at the end of the game is over," commented Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Quotes from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the game: "It's really important. We face a top team currently they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be pleased at the end."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth offer: "We're aware how they play, how intense and combative they are. They work tirelessly so much and turn each match very difficult."
Regarding today as the first of three home games consecutively: "Beginning with a victory this week would be fantastic. We have three vital tests prior to the international break and I hope we achieve the three wins. Let's focus on this game and afterwards we will look at the following games."
