The match is planned for half past four GMT as Manchester City get ready to welcome Bournemouth on their home turf.
"Hopefully we can be happy when the game is over," stated City player Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the game: "This is crucial. We're up against a top team currently they are in second place. I hope we can be satisfied when it's over."
Regarding the threat the visitors present: "We understand their style, their intensity and combative they are. They cover ground so much and ensure every fixture so hard."
Regarding today as the opening of three matches at home back-to-back: "Kicking off with a win in this round would be fantastic. We have three vital tests ahead of the international break and hopefully we get the three wins. Our attention is on this game and later we will consider the following games."
