Kickoff is scheduled for half past four GMT as the Citizens prepare to welcome Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game finishes," commented Manchester City player Nico Gonzalez.
Important Quotes from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We face a top team and now they are in second place. Hopefully we can be pleased after the final whistle."
On the challenge the visitors pose: "We know their approach, their high energy and physical they are. They run extensively and ensure every fixture challenging."
Speaking about today as the opening of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "Kicking off with a victory in this round would be fantastic. We have three vital tests prior to the break for internationals and I'm confident we secure the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on this game and afterwards we will look at the following games."
