Kickoff is scheduled for 16:30 GMT while the Citizens prepare to entertain Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I hope we can be happy at the end of the game finishes," said Manchester City player Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the match: "This is crucial. We are playing a quality opponent and now they are second. I hope we can be happy when it's over."
On the challenge Bournemouth offer: "We understand their approach, how intense and aggressive they are. They work tirelessly a lot and ensure every fixture challenging."
Speaking about today as the initial of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Beginning with a three points now would be brilliant. There are three really important challenges ahead of the break for internationals and I'm confident we secure the full nine points. Our attention is on now and later we will see the following games."
