Kickoff is scheduled for 16:30 GMT while the Citizens aim to welcome Bournemouth on their home turf.
"Hopefully we can be pleased at the end of the game concludes," said City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Remarks from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the match: "This is crucial. We are playing a top team and now they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be happy after the final whistle."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors present: "We're aware their style, how intense and physical they are. They run so much and ensure every fixture so hard."
On today being the opening of three home games in a row: "Beginning with a win now would be fantastic. We have three crucial challenges before the FIFA window and hopefully we achieve the full nine points. We must concentrate on today and later we will consider the following games."