The match is planned for 16:30 GMT as City get ready to entertain Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be happy at the end of the game is over," said City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
Speaking about the weight of the fixture: "It's really important. We face a strong side and now they are runner-up. I hope we can be satisfied at the end."
Regarding the threat the visitors present: "We understand their style, their intensity and physical they are. They work tirelessly extensively and ensure every fixture challenging."
On today being the opening of three matches at home back-to-back: "Kicking off with a victory in this round would be fantastic. There are three really important tests prior to the break for internationals and I hope we achieve the full nine points. Let's focus on this game and afterwards we will see the next matches."
