The match is set for 16:30 GMT while the Citizens get ready to host Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game finishes," commented City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from Nico Gonzalez
Speaking about the weight of the match: "This is crucial. We are playing a quality opponent and now they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be satisfied after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat the visitors present: "We know how they play, how intense and aggressive they are. They cover ground a lot and turn each match very difficult."
On today being the first of three home games consecutively: "To start with a victory in this round would be amazing. We have three really important challenges before the FIFA window and I'm confident we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on this game and afterwards we will see the upcoming fixtures."
