The match is set for 16:30 GMT while Manchester City prepare to welcome Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased at the end of the game finishes," commented City player Nico Gonzalez.
Important Remarks from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We're up against a strong side and now they are second. I hope we can be satisfied after the final whistle."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors present: "We know their approach, their high energy and aggressive they are. They run so much and ensure every fixture challenging."
On today being the first of three matches at home in a row: "Kicking off with a victory this week would be brilliant. There are three crucial matches prior to the break for internationals and I hope we get the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on now and later we will see the upcoming fixtures."
