The match is scheduled for half past four GMT while the Citizens prepare to host Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased at the end of the game concludes," commented City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Quotes from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We're up against a top team and now they are second. Hopefully we can be happy when it's over."
On the challenge the visitors pose: "We understand their approach, their high energy and aggressive they are. They run a lot and turn each match challenging."
On today being the first of three matches at home in a row: "Kicking off with a three points in this round would be brilliant. There are three really important tests prior to the international break and I hope we achieve the three wins. Our attention is on today and afterwards we will look at the following games."
