Kickoff is planned for 4:30 PM GMT as City get ready to entertain Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased at the end of the game is over," commented City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the match: "It's really important. We are playing a strong side and now they are second. Hopefully we can be happy after the final whistle."
On the challenge the visitors offer: "We know their approach, their intensity and aggressive they are. They work tirelessly extensively and make every game very difficult."
Speaking about today as the opening of three matches at home in a row: "Beginning with a victory this week would be amazing. We have three crucial challenges ahead of the international break and I hope we secure the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on today and next week we will look at the upcoming fixtures."
