Kickoff is scheduled for half past four GMT as City get ready to welcome Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be pleased when the game finishes," said City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Remarks from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the game: "It's really important. We're up against a quality opponent and now they are second. I hope we can be happy when it's over."
On the challenge Bournemouth present: "We understand their approach, how intense and aggressive they are. They cover ground a lot and ensure every fixture so hard."
Speaking about today as the opening of three matches at home consecutively: "To start with a victory in this round would be brilliant. We have three crucial matches before the FIFA window and I'm confident we get the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on now and afterwards we will consider the following games."
