Kickoff is set for 4:30 PM GMT as City get ready to entertain Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I hope we can be happy when the game finishes," commented City player Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Quotes from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the match: "It's really important. We are playing a quality opponent currently they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be satisfied when it's over."
On the challenge the visitors pose: "We're aware their approach, their intensity and aggressive they are. They run extensively and turn each match so hard."
Speaking about today as the opening of three matches at home back-to-back: "Beginning with a win in this round would be amazing. There are three crucial challenges prior to the break for internationals and hopefully we achieve the three wins. We must concentrate on now and afterwards we will see the following games."
