The match is set for half past four GMT while the Citizens get ready to entertain Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied when the game is over," commented City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the fixture: "This is crucial. We're up against a strong side currently they are second. I hope we can be pleased at the end."
Speaking about the difficulty Bournemouth pose: "We're aware their style, their high energy and combative they are. They run so much and turn each match challenging."
Regarding today as the initial of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "Beginning with a win in this round would be brilliant. We have three crucial tests ahead of the FIFA window and hopefully we get the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on this game and later we will see the following games."
