The match is set for 4:30 PM GMT as the Citizens aim to host Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be happy at the end of the game concludes," said City player Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We face a top team and now they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be happy when it's over."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors present: "We understand their style, their intensity and combative they are. They cover ground a lot and make every game challenging."
Speaking about today as the initial of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "Beginning with a victory now would be fantastic. We have three vital tests prior to the break for internationals and hopefully we secure the three wins. We must concentrate on now and next week we will look at the following games."
