The match is set for 16:30 GMT as Manchester City prepare to welcome Bournemouth on their home turf.
"Hopefully we can be pleased when the game concludes," said Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
Regarding the significance of the game: "This is crucial. We're up against a strong side and now they are runner-up. I hope we can be happy at the end."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors pose: "We're aware how they play, how intense and aggressive they are. They cover ground so much and ensure every fixture so hard."
Regarding today as the first of three matches at home consecutively: "Kicking off with a three points now would be amazing. We have three really important tests prior to the international break and I hope we get the full nine points. We must concentrate on this game and afterwards we will see the next matches."
