The match is set for half past four GMT as the Citizens prepare to welcome Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be happy at the end of the game is over," said City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from Nico Gonzalez
Speaking about the weight of the match: "It's really important. We're up against a strong side currently they are in second place. I hope we can be satisfied after the final whistle."
Speaking about the difficulty Bournemouth pose: "We're aware their style, their intensity and aggressive they are. They run extensively and ensure every fixture very difficult."
On today being the first of three matches at home in a row: "Beginning with a three points now would be brilliant. We have three vital matches ahead of the international break and I'm confident we get the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on now and afterwards we will consider the next matches."
