The match is scheduled for 4:30 PM GMT as Manchester City get ready to host Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I hope we can be happy when the game is over," commented Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Quotes from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We are playing a top team currently they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be satisfied at the end."
On the challenge Bournemouth present: "We know their style, how intense and combative they are. They run extensively and ensure every fixture very difficult."
Regarding today as the initial of three home games consecutively: "Kicking off with a win this week would be amazing. We have three really important challenges prior to the international break and hopefully we achieve the full nine points. Our attention is on today and later we will look at the following games."
