Kickoff is planned for 4:30 PM GMT as the Citizens get ready to host Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I hope we can be happy at the end of the game is over," commented City player Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the fixture: "It's really important. We face a top team currently they are in second place. Hopefully we can be happy when it's over."
On the challenge Bournemouth present: "We know how they play, how intense and combative they are. They cover ground a lot and ensure every fixture challenging."
On today being the opening of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "To start with a three points now would be amazing. We have three really important tests prior to the international break and I'm confident we secure the three wins. Let's focus on today and later we will look at the following games."
