Kickoff is scheduled for 16:30 GMT while City prepare to entertain Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased when the game finishes," commented City player Nico Gonzalez.
Important Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the match: "It's really important. We face a top team currently they are second. I hope we can be satisfied at the end."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors present: "We understand how they play, their intensity and physical they are. They run extensively and ensure every fixture challenging."
Speaking about today as the initial of three home games consecutively: "Beginning with a win in this round would be brilliant. We have three vital matches ahead of the FIFA window and hopefully we get the full nine points. We must concentrate on now and afterwards we will look at the following games."
