The match is set for 16:30 GMT while the Citizens prepare to host Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied when the game concludes," stated City player Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Remarks from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the match: "It's really important. We are playing a top team and now they are second. I hope we can be happy after the final whistle."
On the challenge Bournemouth pose: "We know their style, their high energy and combative they are. They run extensively and make every game very difficult."
On today being the initial of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "To start with a victory now would be fantastic. There are three really important challenges prior to the FIFA window and hopefully we achieve the three wins. We must concentrate on this game and afterwards we will consider the following games."
