Kickoff is planned for 4:30 PM GMT as Manchester City get ready to host Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I hope we can be pleased when the game concludes," said Manchester City player Nico Gonzalez.
Important Quotes from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We are playing a strong side and now they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be happy at the end."
On the challenge Bournemouth offer: "We understand their approach, their intensity and physical they are. They work tirelessly a lot and make every game challenging."
Speaking about today as the first of three matches at home consecutively: "Beginning with a three points in this round would be amazing. We have three crucial matches ahead of the international break and I hope we secure the full nine points. Our attention is on now and later we will consider the following games."
