Kickoff is planned for half past four GMT while City prepare to welcome Bournemouth in Manchester.
"Hopefully we can be happy at the end of the game finishes," said Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Comments from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We are playing a quality opponent currently they are in second place. Hopefully we can be happy when it's over."
On the challenge the visitors pose: "We understand their approach, their intensity and physical they are. They work tirelessly a lot and make every game so hard."
Regarding today as the initial of three home games in a row: "To start with a three points in this round would be fantastic. There are three vital challenges prior to the break for internationals and hopefully we achieve the full nine points. Our attention is on today and afterwards we will look at the following games."