Kickoff is planned for half past four GMT as the Citizens prepare to entertain Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game is over," commented Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Comments from Nico Gonzalez
Regarding the significance of the match: "This is crucial. We face a top team and now they are second. Hopefully we can be satisfied after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat the visitors offer: "We're aware their style, their high energy and physical they are. They run extensively and make every game so hard."
Regarding today as the first of three matches at home back-to-back: "Beginning with a victory this week would be amazing. There are three really important matches before the international break and hopefully we get the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on now and next week we will look at the following games."
