The match is scheduled for half past four GMT as City get ready to host Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I hope we can be pleased at the end of the game finishes," commented Manchester City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from Nico Gonzalez
Speaking about the weight of the fixture: "This is crucial. We are playing a quality opponent currently they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be happy at the end."
On the challenge the visitors pose: "We know their approach, their intensity and physical they are. They run a lot and turn each match very difficult."
Speaking about today as the first of three home games consecutively: "Beginning with a win this week would be fantastic. There are three really important challenges ahead of the international break and I'm confident we secure the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on this game and later we will look at the following games."
