The match is set for 16:30 GMT while City get ready to welcome Bournemouth on their home turf.
"Hopefully we can be pleased when the game finishes," said City player Gonzalez.
Notable Quotes from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the game: "It's really important. We face a top team currently they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be happy after the final whistle."
Speaking about the difficulty Bournemouth present: "We know their style, how intense and physical they are. They work tirelessly extensively and make every game so hard."
Regarding today as the initial of three matches at home consecutively: "Kicking off with a victory now would be brilliant. We have three really important tests ahead of the break for internationals and I hope we achieve the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on this game and next week we will see the upcoming fixtures."
