The match is planned for half past four GMT as Manchester City get ready to welcome Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game finishes," commented City player Gonzalez.
Important Comments from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We are playing a top team and now they are in second place. Hopefully we can be satisfied at the end."
On the challenge the visitors present: "We understand their approach, their intensity and combative they are. They work tirelessly extensively and make every game challenging."
Speaking about today as the first of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "To start with a victory this week would be brilliant. We have three vital matches ahead of the FIFA window and I hope we achieve the three wins. We must concentrate on today and afterwards we will consider the next matches."
