The match is scheduled for 16:30 GMT while the Citizens aim to welcome Bournemouth in Manchester.
"Hopefully we can be satisfied when the game concludes," commented City midfielder Gonzalez.
Important Comments from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We're up against a top team currently they are runner-up. I hope we can be happy when it's over."
Regarding the threat the visitors pose: "We understand their style, their intensity and combative they are. They work tirelessly extensively and make every game so hard."
Regarding today as the opening of three matches at home back-to-back: "Kicking off with a victory in this round would be amazing. There are three really important challenges ahead of the FIFA window and I'm confident we secure the three wins. We must concentrate on today and afterwards we will look at the following games."
