Kickoff is scheduled for half past four GMT while City aim to host Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be satisfied at the end of the game finishes," commented City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We are playing a quality opponent and now they are in second place. Hopefully we can be pleased after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat the visitors pose: "We're aware how they play, their intensity and combative they are. They work tirelessly extensively and turn each match very difficult."
On today being the opening of three home games consecutively: "Kicking off with a victory in this round would be amazing. We have three really important challenges prior to the FIFA window and I'm confident we secure the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on now and afterwards we will look at the next matches."
