Kickoff is set for half past four GMT as the Citizens prepare to welcome Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I hope we can be happy when the game concludes," said City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We are playing a strong side and now they are runner-up. I hope we can be pleased after the final whistle."
On the challenge the visitors pose: "We know their style, their high energy and combative they are. They work tirelessly extensively and make every game very difficult."
Speaking about today as the first of three home games in a row: "Kicking off with a win in this round would be fantastic. We have three crucial tests ahead of the FIFA window and hopefully we get the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on this game and next week we will look at the following games."
