The match is planned for 16:30 GMT as City prepare to entertain Bournemouth in Manchester.
"Hopefully we can be happy when the game finishes," said City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the game: "It's really important. We face a strong side and now they are second. I hope we can be pleased after the final whistle."
On the challenge the visitors offer: "We know how they play, how intense and combative they are. They work tirelessly extensively and turn each match so hard."
Regarding today as the initial of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Kicking off with a victory now would be amazing. We have three crucial challenges prior to the break for internationals and I'm confident we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on now and afterwards we will look at the following games."
