Kickoff is set for 4:30 PM GMT while the Citizens get ready to entertain Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied at the end of the game finishes," said Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the fixture: "It's really important. We're up against a top team currently they are second. Hopefully we can be pleased when it's over."
On the challenge the visitors present: "We're aware their approach, their high energy and physical they are. They cover ground so much and turn each match challenging."
Regarding today as the initial of three home games back-to-back: "To start with a win now would be fantastic. We have three crucial challenges prior to the FIFA window and I hope we achieve the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on today and later we will look at the following games."
