The match is set for 4:30 PM GMT while City prepare to entertain Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I hope we can be happy when the game is over," stated City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the fixture: "It's really important. We face a top team and now they are in second place. I hope we can be pleased at the end."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth pose: "We know how they play, how intense and aggressive they are. They work tirelessly extensively and make every game very difficult."
Speaking about today as the initial of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "Kicking off with a victory this week would be amazing. There are three vital challenges ahead of the international break and hopefully we secure the full nine points. We must concentrate on today and next week we will look at the following games."
