The match is set for half past four GMT as City prepare to host Bournemouth on their home turf.
"Hopefully we can be pleased at the end of the game finishes," stated City midfielder Gonzalez.
Notable Remarks from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the game: "It's a vital game. We face a strong side currently they are second. Hopefully we can be pleased when it's over."
On the challenge the visitors pose: "We know how they play, how intense and aggressive they are. They work tirelessly a lot and turn each match very difficult."
On today being the opening of three matches at home back-to-back: "Kicking off with a victory now would be brilliant. We have three crucial challenges ahead of the break for internationals and I hope we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on now and afterwards we will consider the following games."
