Kickoff is scheduled for 4:30 PM GMT while City prepare to entertain Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game is over," commented City player Gonzalez.
Notable Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
Speaking about the weight of the match: "This is crucial. We face a quality opponent currently they are in second place. Hopefully we can be satisfied after the final whistle."
On the challenge the visitors present: "We understand their style, their intensity and physical they are. They run extensively and turn each match challenging."
Regarding today as the first of three matches at home in a row: "Beginning with a win in this round would be brilliant. We have three crucial challenges before the international break and I'm confident we secure the full nine points. We must concentrate on now and afterwards we will look at the following games."
