The match is set for 4:30 PM GMT as Manchester City aim to host Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I hope we can be pleased when the game finishes," said Manchester City player Nico Gonzalez.
Important Remarks from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We are playing a strong side currently they are second. I hope we can be happy at the end."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors pose: "We know their approach, their intensity and combative they are. They cover ground so much and make every game very difficult."
Regarding today as the opening of three matches at home back-to-back: "To start with a three points in this round would be amazing. There are three crucial matches before the break for internationals and I'm confident we get the three wins. We must concentrate on today and later we will consider the upcoming fixtures."
