Kickoff is planned for 16:30 GMT while Manchester City get ready to welcome Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased at the end of the game is over," commented Manchester City player Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Remarks from the City Star
On the importance of the game: "It's really important. We're up against a quality opponent currently they are second. Hopefully we can be happy at the end."
On the challenge Bournemouth offer: "We're aware their approach, their intensity and combative they are. They work tirelessly extensively and ensure every fixture so hard."
On today being the opening of three home games back-to-back: "Beginning with a win now would be fantastic. We have three vital tests ahead of the FIFA window and I'm confident we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on now and next week we will look at the following games."
