The match is planned for half past four GMT as City prepare to host Bournemouth in Manchester.
"Hopefully we can be happy at the end of the game concludes," stated Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We face a strong side currently they are in second place. I hope we can be satisfied when it's over."
On the challenge the visitors offer: "We know their style, how intense and aggressive they are. They run so much and ensure every fixture so hard."
On today being the opening of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "To start with a win this week would be fantastic. We have three vital challenges ahead of the international break and I'm confident we secure the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on now and next week we will look at the following games."
