The match is planned for half past four GMT as City get ready to welcome Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased when the game concludes," said City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the fixture: "It's really important. We're up against a strong side currently they are in second place. Hopefully we can be satisfied when it's over."
On the challenge the visitors pose: "We know their style, their high energy and combative they are. They run extensively and turn each match so hard."
Speaking about today as the initial of three matches at home back-to-back: "To start with a three points now would be fantastic. There are three really important matches before the international break and I'm confident we secure the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on now and afterwards we will look at the upcoming fixtures."
