The match is set for half past four GMT while City prepare to entertain Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game is over," said City player Nico Gonzalez.
Important Quotes from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the match: "This is crucial. We face a top team and now they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be satisfied after the final whistle."
On the challenge Bournemouth offer: "We're aware their style, their intensity and physical they are. They run so much and ensure every fixture very difficult."
On today being the opening of three home games back-to-back: "To start with a victory this week would be brilliant. We have three vital matches ahead of the FIFA window and hopefully we secure the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on this game and next week we will consider the following games."
