The match is planned for 16:30 GMT while Manchester City prepare to welcome Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased when the game concludes," said City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Remarks from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the game: "This is crucial. We face a quality opponent and now they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be pleased at the end."
On the challenge the visitors offer: "We're aware their style, their intensity and combative they are. They cover ground so much and ensure every fixture very difficult."
Speaking about today as the opening of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Beginning with a victory this week would be brilliant. We have three crucial challenges ahead of the international break and I hope we get the three wins. We must concentrate on this game and next week we will consider the following games."
