Kickoff is planned for half past four 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.
Key Comments from Nico Gonzalez
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We face a top team currently they are runner-up. Hopefully we can be satisfied at the end."
Regarding the threat the visitors present: "We're aware their approach, how intense and combative they are. They run extensively and turn each match challenging."
Speaking about today as the first of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "To start with a three points now would be fantastic. There are three really important tests ahead of the FIFA window and I hope we achieve the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on today and later we will see the following games."
