Kickoff is planned for 16:30 GMT while Manchester City get ready to host Bournemouth in Manchester.
"Hopefully we can be satisfied when the game finishes," commented Manchester City player Nico Gonzalez.
Important Remarks from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the match: "This is crucial. We are playing a quality opponent and now they are second. Hopefully we can be happy after the final whistle."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors present: "We're aware their approach, how intense and combative they are. They work tirelessly so much and make every game very difficult."
On today being the opening of three home games back-to-back: "To start with a win now would be brilliant. We have three vital matches prior to the international break and hopefully we get the three wins. We must concentrate on today and later we will look at the next matches."
