The match is scheduled for 4:30 PM GMT as Manchester City aim to host Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game finishes," said City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Remarks from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the match: "It's really important. We're up against a top team and now they are in second place. Hopefully we can be happy when it's over."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors present: "We understand their approach, how intense and combative they are. They run extensively and make every game so hard."
On today being the first of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "To start with a win this week would be brilliant. There are three vital tests ahead of the international break and I'm confident we achieve the full nine points. Let's focus on this game and later we will look at the following games."
