Kickoff is set for 4:30 PM GMT as City get ready to entertain Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased at the end of the game is over," stated City player Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Remarks from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We face a strong side and now they are second. I'm optimistic we can be pleased at the end."
On the challenge the visitors pose: "We understand their style, their high energy and physical they are. They cover ground a lot and ensure every fixture challenging."
Speaking about today as the first of three matches at home back-to-back: "To start with a victory this week would be brilliant. We have three crucial matches before the FIFA window and hopefully we get the full nine points. Our attention is on this game and afterwards we will look at the upcoming fixtures."