The match is scheduled for 16:30 GMT as the Citizens prepare to entertain Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased at the end of the game is over," said City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
On the importance of the game: "It's a vital game. We are playing a top team currently they are in second place. Hopefully we can be happy at the end."
On the challenge Bournemouth offer: "We know how they play, how intense and physical they are. They run a lot and ensure every fixture so hard."
On today being the opening of three home games in a row: "Beginning with a three points in this round would be fantastic. We have three crucial challenges before the international break and I hope we get the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on now and afterwards we will see the next matches."
