The match is planned for 16:30 GMT while the Citizens prepare to welcome Bournemouth in Manchester.
"Hopefully we can be pleased when the game is over," commented Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the match: "It's really important. We face a top team currently they are runner-up. Hopefully we can be satisfied when it's over."
Speaking about the difficulty Bournemouth pose: "We know their approach, how intense and combative they are. They work tirelessly so much and make every game so hard."
Speaking about today as the opening of three home games back-to-back: "To start with a victory now would be fantastic. We have three really important challenges prior to the international break and I hope we get the three wins. Let's focus on now and afterwards we will see the next matches."
