Kickoff is planned for 16:30 GMT as City prepare to welcome Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased when the game finishes," stated City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We face a quality opponent currently they are in second place. I hope we can be pleased after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat the visitors present: "We know their approach, their high energy and aggressive they are. They run a lot and turn each match very difficult."
On today being the opening of three home games in a row: "To start with a victory now would be brilliant. There are three crucial matches before the FIFA window and hopefully we get the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on this game and afterwards we will consider the upcoming fixtures."
