The match is scheduled for 16:30 GMT as City prepare to welcome Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I hope we can be happy when the game finishes," said City player Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
Speaking about the weight of the fixture: "This is crucial. We face a quality opponent and now they are second. I hope we can be happy at the end."
Regarding the threat the visitors pose: "We understand their style, their high energy and physical they are. They run so much and ensure every fixture very difficult."
Speaking about today as the initial of three matches at home in a row: "Kicking off with a win now would be fantastic. We have three vital tests before the FIFA window and hopefully we secure the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on this game and afterwards we will see the next matches."
