Kickoff is set for 16:30 GMT as City prepare to entertain Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game concludes," commented City player Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Quotes from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the fixture: "This is crucial. We are playing a strong side currently they are runner-up. Hopefully we can be happy after the final whistle."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors pose: "We know how they play, their intensity and aggressive they are. They run extensively and make every game challenging."
Regarding today as the first of three home games consecutively: "Kicking off with a win this week would be amazing. We have three vital tests prior to the international break and I hope we secure the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on now and next week we will see the next matches."
