Kickoff is set for 16:30 GMT as the Citizens prepare to host Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be satisfied at the end of the game finishes," commented City player Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from Nico Gonzalez
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We face a strong side and now they are second. Hopefully we can be happy when it's over."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors offer: "We know how they play, their intensity and physical they are. They run extensively and turn each match very difficult."
On today being the first of three home games in a row: "Beginning with a win in this round would be amazing. We have three really important tests ahead of the FIFA window and I'm confident we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on today and next week we will consider the next matches."
