The match is scheduled for half past four GMT as City prepare to entertain Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be pleased at the end of the game concludes," commented Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Quotes from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the match: "This is crucial. We face a strong side and now they are runner-up. Hopefully we can be happy at the end."
Speaking about the difficulty Bournemouth pose: "We're aware how they play, their high energy and physical they are. They run so much and turn each match challenging."
On today being the opening of three matches at home consecutively: "Beginning with a victory now would be brilliant. There are three really important challenges prior to the international break and I hope we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on today and later we will consider the following games."
