Kickoff is planned for 16:30 GMT while Manchester City get ready to host Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game is over," stated Manchester City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We face a strong side currently they are second. I'm optimistic we can be happy at the end."
Regarding the threat the visitors offer: "We know their style, how intense and aggressive they are. They cover ground a lot and make every game challenging."
On today being the first of three matches at home back-to-back: "To start with a victory this week would be amazing. There are three really important matches prior to the FIFA window and I'm confident we secure the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on this game and afterwards we will look at the next matches."
