Kickoff is planned for half past four GMT while City get ready to welcome Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be happy at the end of the game is over," commented City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from Nico Gonzalez
Speaking about the weight of the fixture: "This is crucial. We're up against a top team and now they are runner-up. Hopefully we can be satisfied at the end."
Regarding the threat the visitors pose: "We're aware their style, how intense and combative they are. They cover ground a lot and turn each match so hard."
Speaking about today as the first of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "Beginning with a win now would be amazing. We have three vital challenges prior to the international break and I'm confident we get the three wins. Let's focus on today and next week we will look at the next matches."
