The match is scheduled for 16:30 GMT while City prepare to entertain Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied when the game finishes," stated City player Nico Gonzalez.
Important Comments from Nico Gonzalez
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We are playing a top team and now they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be pleased after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth pose: "We know how they play, how intense and combative they are. They cover ground so much and make every game challenging."
Regarding today as the initial of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "Beginning with a win in this round would be fantastic. We have three crucial challenges ahead of the break for internationals and hopefully we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on now and afterwards we will see the following games."
