Kickoff is planned for 4:30 PM GMT while City get ready to host Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game finishes," stated City player Gonzalez.
Notable Remarks from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We are playing a strong side and now they are runner-up. Hopefully we can be happy at the end."
On the challenge Bournemouth present: "We know their approach, their intensity and physical they are. They work tirelessly extensively and turn each match so hard."
Regarding today as the opening of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "To start with a win now would be brilliant. We have three really important challenges before the FIFA window and I hope we secure the full nine points. We must concentrate on this game and later we will look at the next matches."
