The match is planned for 16:30 GMT while City aim to welcome Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be pleased when the game is over," said Manchester City player Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from the City Star
On the importance of the match: "It's a vital game. We're up against a top team currently they are second. I'm optimistic we can be pleased at the end."
Regarding the threat the visitors pose: "We're aware their approach, their high energy and physical they are. They run a lot and ensure every fixture challenging."
Speaking about today as the first of three home games consecutively: "Kicking off with a three points now would be brilliant. We have three really important matches before the FIFA window and I hope we secure the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on this game and next week we will look at the upcoming fixtures."
