The match is set for 16:30 GMT while City prepare to host Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be satisfied when the game is over," commented City player Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
On the importance of the game: "It's a vital game. We face a quality opponent currently they are second. I hope we can be pleased after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat the visitors pose: "We're aware their style, their intensity and combative they are. They cover ground so much and turn each match so hard."
Speaking about today as the initial of three matches at home in a row: "Kicking off with a victory now would be brilliant. There are three crucial matches ahead of the FIFA window and hopefully we achieve the three wins. Our attention is on today and later we will look at the following games."
