The match is set for 4:30 PM GMT as the Citizens aim to host Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I hope we can be happy when the game finishes," commented City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the game: "This is crucial. We're up against a quality opponent and now they are runner-up. I hope we can be happy at the end."
Regarding the threat the visitors offer: "We know how they play, their high energy and aggressive they are. They cover ground so much and ensure every fixture challenging."
Speaking about today as the initial of three home games in a row: "Beginning with a three points in this round would be fantastic. We have three vital matches prior to the break for internationals and I'm confident we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on today and afterwards we will consider the following games."
