Kickoff is set for half past four GMT as City aim to host Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied when the game concludes," said City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We are playing a top team and now they are second. I hope we can be happy after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth offer: "We understand their approach, their intensity and combative they are. They cover ground so much and make every game very difficult."
Regarding today as the first of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Kicking off with a victory in this round would be brilliant. We have three crucial challenges before the break for internationals and I'm confident we achieve the full nine points. Our attention is on this game and next week we will see the upcoming fixtures."
