The match is set for 16:30 GMT while Manchester City aim to entertain Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied at the end of the game finishes," commented City player Nico Gonzalez.
Important Quotes from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the game: "It's a vital game. We are playing a quality opponent currently they are second. Hopefully we can be happy at the end."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors pose: "We're aware their approach, their high energy and physical they are. They cover ground a lot and ensure every fixture so hard."
Speaking about today as the initial of three home games in a row: "Kicking off with a victory now would be brilliant. There are three vital matches prior to the break for internationals and I hope we get the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on this game and afterwards we will see the next matches."
