The match is planned for 16:30 GMT as City prepare to entertain Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game finishes," commented City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the game: "It's a vital game. We are playing a strong side currently they are second. I hope we can be pleased after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth present: "We know their style, how intense and physical they are. They run so much and turn each match challenging."
On today being the initial of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Kicking off with a victory now would be fantastic. We have three crucial matches ahead of the break for internationals and I'm confident we secure the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on now and later we will look at the upcoming fixtures."
