Kickoff is set for 4:30 PM GMT while Manchester City prepare to host Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased when the game is over," commented Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the match: "It's a vital game. We face a top team and now they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be satisfied after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth pose: "We understand how they play, their high energy and physical they are. They cover ground a lot and turn each match challenging."
Speaking about today as the first of three home games back-to-back: "Beginning with a win now would be fantastic. There are three vital challenges prior to the break for internationals and hopefully we get the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on now and next week we will see the next matches."
