Kickoff is scheduled for 16:30 GMT while Manchester City prepare to welcome Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I hope we can be pleased at the end of the game finishes," commented Manchester City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We face a top team currently they are second. Hopefully we can be happy at the end."
Regarding the threat the visitors pose: "We're aware how they play, their intensity and combative they are. They cover ground so much and turn each match challenging."
Speaking about today as the initial of three matches at home in a row: "Kicking off with a victory this week would be brilliant. There are three crucial challenges prior to the international break and I hope we achieve the three wins. We must concentrate on this game and next week we will consider the upcoming fixtures."
