The match is scheduled for half past four GMT as City get ready to welcome Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game is over," said City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Remarks from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We're up against a top team currently they are in second place. Hopefully we can be happy when it's over."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors pose: "We're aware their style, their intensity and combative they are. They work tirelessly extensively and turn each match so hard."
On today being the opening of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "To start with a win this week would be fantastic. We have three really important tests prior to the international break and I'm confident we get the three wins. Let's focus on now and afterwards we will consider the next matches."
