Kickoff is planned for 16:30 GMT as Manchester City get ready to host Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased when the game finishes," said City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We face a quality opponent and now they are in second place. I hope we can be pleased when it's over."
Regarding the threat the visitors pose: "We understand how they play, their high energy and combative they are. They work tirelessly a lot and make every game so hard."
Regarding today as the opening of three matches at home in a row: "Beginning with a win now would be fantastic. We have three crucial challenges before the break for internationals and hopefully we secure the three wins. Our attention is on today and later we will look at the upcoming fixtures."
