Kickoff is planned for 4:30 PM GMT as Manchester City aim to welcome Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I hope we can be happy when the game is over," said City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Remarks from the City Star
On the importance of the game: "This is crucial. We face a quality opponent and now they are runner-up. Hopefully we can be happy after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat the visitors pose: "We're aware their style, their intensity and combative they are. They cover ground extensively and turn each match so hard."
Regarding today as the first of three home games back-to-back: "Kicking off with a victory this week would be fantastic. There are three crucial challenges ahead of the international break and I hope we secure the three wins. Our attention is on this game and next week we will look at the following games."
