The match is scheduled for 16:30 GMT while the Citizens aim to welcome Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I hope we can be happy when the game finishes," said Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Quotes from the City Star
On the importance of the match: "This is crucial. We're up against a top team and now they are runner-up. Hopefully we can be satisfied when it's over."
Regarding the threat the visitors pose: "We know their approach, their high energy and aggressive they are. They cover ground so much and make every game so hard."
Regarding today as the initial of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "Kicking off with a victory this week would be fantastic. There are three really important matches prior to the international break and hopefully we get the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on now and afterwards we will see the following games."
