Kickoff is planned for 4:30 PM GMT as the Citizens aim to welcome Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I hope we can be happy when the game is over," stated City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Comments from Nico Gonzalez
Speaking about the weight of the match: "It's a vital game. We are playing a quality opponent and now they are runner-up. I hope we can be pleased after the final whistle."
On the challenge the visitors pose: "We understand their approach, their intensity and combative they are. They work tirelessly so much and ensure every fixture very difficult."
Speaking about today as the initial of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "Kicking off with a victory now would be fantastic. We have three vital challenges ahead of the FIFA window and I'm confident we achieve the three wins. We must concentrate on this game and next week we will see the next matches."
