The match is set for 4:30 PM GMT while City prepare to entertain Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game finishes," said Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Remarks from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "It's really important. We face a quality opponent currently they are runner-up. Hopefully we can be happy at the end."
Regarding the threat the visitors offer: "We're aware how they play, 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 back-to-back: "To start with a win in this round would be brilliant. We have three vital challenges before the break for internationals and hopefully we get the full nine points. Let's focus on now and later we will consider the following games."
