Kickoff is planned for half past four GMT while City aim to host Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game finishes," commented City player Nico Gonzalez.
Important Comments from Nico Gonzalez
Regarding the significance of the match: "It's a vital game. We are playing a top team and now they are second. I'm optimistic we can be happy at the end."
On the challenge the visitors present: "We know their approach, their intensity and physical they are. They cover ground a lot and turn each match very difficult."
Regarding today as the opening of three matches at home consecutively: "Kicking off with a win now would be brilliant. We have three vital challenges prior to the break for internationals and hopefully we achieve the full nine points. Let's focus on today and afterwards we will look at the upcoming fixtures."
