Kickoff is set for 4:30 PM GMT as City get ready to welcome Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased when the game finishes," said Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the match: "This is crucial. We're up against a quality opponent and now they are in second place. Hopefully we can be happy after the final whistle."
On the challenge the visitors present: "We know their approach, how intense and physical they are. They run so much and turn each match challenging."
Speaking about today as the opening of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "Kicking off with a win in this round would be fantastic. We have three vital challenges before the break for internationals and I hope we secure the full nine points. We must concentrate on this game and afterwards we will consider the next matches."
