Kickoff is set for 16:30 GMT while the Citizens prepare to entertain Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game concludes," stated City player Nico Gonzalez.
Important Comments from the City Star
On the importance of the game: "It's a vital game. We face a top team and now they are second. I'm optimistic we can be satisfied at the end."
Regarding the threat the visitors present: "We're aware their style, how intense and physical they are. They run extensively and make every game very difficult."
On today being the initial of three home games consecutively: "Kicking off with a win this week would be fantastic. We have three crucial challenges ahead of the break for internationals and hopefully we secure the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on now and later we will see the upcoming fixtures."
