The match is set for 4:30 PM GMT as Manchester City prepare to entertain Bournemouth in Manchester.
"Hopefully we can be happy when the game is over," commented Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
On the importance of the game: "It's really important. We face a strong side and now they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be pleased after the final whistle."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors pose: "We know their approach, how intense and combative they are. They run so much and turn each match very difficult."
On today being the opening of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "To start with a win now would be brilliant. We have three crucial tests before the international break and I'm confident we get the three wins. We must concentrate on this game and afterwards we will see the next matches."
