The match is scheduled for 4:30 PM GMT while the Citizens prepare to host Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I hope we can be pleased when the game finishes," said City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Quotes from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the match: "This is crucial. We are playing a quality opponent and now they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be pleased at the end."
On the challenge Bournemouth offer: "We understand how they play, how intense and aggressive they are. They run extensively and make every game very difficult."
Regarding today as the initial of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "Kicking off with a three points this week would be fantastic. We have three really important tests ahead of the break for internationals and I'm confident we get the three wins. We must concentrate on this game and afterwards we will look at the next matches."
