The match is set for 16:30 GMT while Manchester City aim to host Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I hope we can be happy at the end of the game is over," stated City player Nico Gonzalez.
Important Comments from Nico Gonzalez
Regarding the significance of the game: "It's a vital game. We're up against a top team and now they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be happy at the end."
Regarding the threat the visitors pose: "We're aware how they play, their intensity and physical they are. They cover ground so much and turn each match very difficult."
Speaking about today as the opening of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "Kicking off with a three points now would be brilliant. We have three vital challenges ahead of the FIFA window and hopefully we get the three wins. Let's focus on this game and later we will consider the following games."
