The match is scheduled for half past four GMT while City aim to entertain Bournemouth in Manchester.
"Hopefully we can be pleased at the end of the game is over," stated Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Speaking about the weight of the fixture: "This is crucial. We face a strong side and now they are in second place. I hope we can be happy at the end."
On the challenge the visitors pose: "We know their style, their intensity and aggressive they are. They run so much and turn each match challenging."
On today being the first of three matches at home consecutively: "To start with a three points this week would be brilliant. There are three vital tests ahead of the break for internationals and hopefully we get the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on this game and later we will see the upcoming fixtures."
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