Kickoff is planned for 16:30 GMT while Manchester City aim to welcome Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied at the end of the game concludes," commented City player Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from the City Star
On the importance of the game: "It's really important. We are playing a top team and now they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be satisfied when it's over."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors present: "We understand their approach, how intense and aggressive they are. They run so much and make every game so hard."
Speaking about today as the first of three matches at home consecutively: "To start with a three points this week would be amazing. We have three crucial matches before the international break and I'm confident we achieve the three wins. We must concentrate on now and afterwards we will consider the next matches."
