Kickoff is planned for half past four GMT as City prepare to welcome Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I hope we can be pleased at the end of the game finishes," said City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
On the importance of the game: "It's really important. We are playing a top team and now they are runner-up. Hopefully we can be satisfied after the final whistle."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors offer: "We're aware their style, their high energy and aggressive they are. They run a lot and make every game very difficult."
On today being the initial of three matches at home consecutively: "Beginning with a win in this round would be brilliant. We have three crucial tests before the international break and hopefully we get the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on today and later we will see the next matches."
