Kickoff is set for half past four GMT as the Citizens prepare to welcome Bournemouth in Manchester.
"Hopefully we can be pleased when the game concludes," stated Manchester City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We are playing a quality opponent and now they are in second place. Hopefully we can be pleased when it's over."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth present: "We understand their style, their intensity and physical they are. They cover ground so much and ensure every fixture so hard."
Speaking about today as the first of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "Beginning with a victory in this round would be brilliant. We have three really important matches ahead of the FIFA window and I hope we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on today and afterwards we will consider the next matches."
