Kickoff is set for 4:30 PM GMT as the Citizens prepare to host Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be happy at the end of the game is over," stated Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the game: "It's a vital game. We're up against a top team and now they are in second place. Hopefully we can be satisfied at the end."
On the challenge the visitors present: "We know how they play, how intense and physical they are. They run a lot and make every game challenging."
On today being the initial of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "Beginning with a three points now would be brilliant. There are three crucial matches prior to the international break and I'm confident we secure the full nine points. We must concentrate on now and later we will look at the following games."
