Kickoff is set for 4:30 PM GMT as the Citizens aim to welcome Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased when the game concludes," said City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from Nico Gonzalez
Regarding the significance of the match: "It's really important. We face a top team and now they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be pleased after the final whistle."
On the challenge the visitors offer: "We're aware their approach, their intensity and combative they are. They work tirelessly a lot and make every game very difficult."
Regarding today as the opening of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "Beginning with a three points now would be fantastic. We have three crucial challenges prior to the international break and I hope we secure the three wins. Our attention is on this game and later we will see the following games."
