Kickoff is scheduled for 16:30 GMT as Manchester City get ready to entertain Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied when the game concludes," said City player Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Remarks from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the game: "It's really important. We're up against a strong side currently they are second. I hope we can be satisfied at the end."
On the challenge the visitors offer: "We're aware their approach, how intense and physical they are. They run extensively and make every game so hard."
On today being the opening of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "Kicking off with a victory in this round would be brilliant. We have three vital challenges prior to the break for internationals and I hope we achieve the three wins. Let's focus on this game and afterwards we will consider the next matches."
