The match is planned for 4:30 PM GMT as the Citizens get ready to entertain Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied when the game finishes," commented City player Gonzalez.
Notable Quotes from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the game: "It's really important. We are playing a quality opponent and now they are second. Hopefully we can be pleased after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat the visitors offer: "We're aware how they play, how intense and aggressive they are. They cover ground a lot and ensure every fixture so hard."
On today being the opening of three matches at home back-to-back: "To start with a three points in this round would be brilliant. We have three really important matches prior to the FIFA window and hopefully we get the full nine points. Our attention is on now and afterwards we will look at the next matches."
