Kickoff is set for 16:30 GMT while City aim to entertain Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied when the game is over," commented Manchester City player Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We are playing a strong side and now they are runner-up. Hopefully we can be satisfied at the end."
On the challenge Bournemouth pose: "We understand how they play, their high energy and aggressive they are. They work tirelessly extensively and ensure every fixture very difficult."
Speaking about today as the opening of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Kicking off with a three points in this round would be brilliant. There are three really important tests before the international break and I'm confident we achieve the full nine points. We must concentrate on today and later we will look at the upcoming fixtures."
