Kickoff is planned for 16:30 GMT as the Citizens aim to welcome Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased when the game is over," stated Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the game: "It's really important. We face a strong side and now they are in second place. Hopefully we can be pleased when it's over."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors pose: "We're aware how they play, their intensity and combative they are. They work tirelessly extensively and make every game very difficult."
Speaking about today as the first of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Beginning with a three points in this round would be fantastic. There are three vital challenges prior to the FIFA window and I'm confident we achieve the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on today and later we will see the next matches."
