The match is scheduled for half past four GMT while Manchester City prepare to welcome Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game concludes," stated City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
Speaking about the weight of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We face a top team and now they are in second place. I hope we can be satisfied after the final whistle."
On the challenge Bournemouth present: "We understand their approach, how intense and combative they are. They work tirelessly extensively and make every game challenging."
On today being the first of three home games consecutively: "Kicking off with a win in this round would be amazing. There are three really important challenges ahead of the break for internationals and I'm confident we get the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on this game and afterwards we will consider the upcoming fixtures."
