The match is planned for 16:30 GMT as the Citizens aim to host Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game concludes," commented City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
On the importance of the match: "This is crucial. We are playing a quality opponent currently they are second. I hope we can be pleased at the end."
Speaking about the difficulty Bournemouth offer: "We're aware their style, their intensity and combative they are. They cover ground a lot and make every game so hard."
Regarding today as the first of three matches at home in a row: "To start with a win in this round would be amazing. There are three crucial challenges ahead of the break for internationals and I hope we get the three wins. Our attention is on this game and next week we will look at the upcoming fixtures."
