The match is set for 4:30 PM GMT while the Citizens aim to welcome Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I hope we can be pleased when the game concludes," commented City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from Nico Gonzalez
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "It's really important. We face a top team and now they are runner-up. I hope we can be happy at the end."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors offer: "We understand their approach, their high energy and combative they are. They cover ground a lot and turn each match so hard."
Speaking about today as the initial of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "Kicking off with a win in this round would be fantastic. There are three vital matches prior to the international break and hopefully we get the three wins. Our attention is on this game and afterwards we will consider the following games."
