The match is scheduled for 4:30 PM GMT while the Citizens prepare to host Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied when the game is over," commented City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Comments from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the match: "This is crucial. We're up against a quality opponent currently they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be happy when it's over."
On the challenge Bournemouth present: "We know their approach, their intensity and combative they are. They cover ground a lot and turn each match so hard."
On today being the opening of three matches at home back-to-back: "Beginning with a win now would be brilliant. We have three crucial challenges ahead of the international break and hopefully we achieve the full nine points. Let's focus on now and next week we will look at the following games."
