The match is scheduled for half past four GMT as City prepare to host Bournemouth in Manchester.
"Hopefully we can be satisfied when the game is over," stated Manchester City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "It's really important. We face a strong side currently they are in second place. Hopefully we can be happy at the end."
On the challenge the visitors pose: "We know how they play, their intensity and combative they are. They work tirelessly a lot and turn each match challenging."
On today being the opening of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "To start with a victory in this round would be fantastic. There are three crucial matches before the international break and hopefully we achieve the full nine points. We must concentrate on now and afterwards we will look at the following games."
