Kickoff is scheduled for 16:30 GMT as Manchester City get ready to host Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased at the end of the game is over," said Manchester City player Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Quotes from the City Star
On the importance of the match: "It's really important. We are playing a top team currently they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be happy at the end."
Speaking about the difficulty Bournemouth present: "We understand their style, their high energy and combative they are. They cover ground so much and make every game so hard."
On today being the first of three home games consecutively: "To start with a victory in this round would be fantastic. There are three vital matches before the FIFA window and I'm confident we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on now and later we will see the following games."
