Kickoff is set for 16:30 GMT while City aim to welcome Bournemouth in Manchester.
"Hopefully we can be happy when the game finishes," said City player Nico Gonzalez.
Important Remarks from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We're up against a top team and now they are in second place. I hope we can be pleased at the end."
On the challenge Bournemouth pose: "We know how they play, their high energy and combative they are. They work tirelessly extensively and ensure every fixture challenging."
Regarding today as the opening of three matches at home consecutively: "Beginning with a victory now would be fantastic. We have three really important challenges prior to the break for internationals and hopefully we get the full nine points. We must concentrate on today and next week we will see the following games."
