The match is set for 16:30 GMT as City aim to welcome Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game finishes," stated Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.
Important Quotes from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the match: "It's really important. We face a quality opponent currently they are in second place. Hopefully we can be pleased after the final whistle."
On the challenge the visitors pose: "We understand their approach, how intense and combative they are. They run so much and ensure every fixture challenging."
On today being the first of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "To start with a three points in this round would be fantastic. We have three vital matches prior to the international break and hopefully we get the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on today and afterwards we will consider the upcoming fixtures."
