The match is planned for 16:30 GMT as Manchester City get ready to welcome Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I hope we can be happy at the end of the game finishes," stated City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from Nico Gonzalez
Regarding the significance of the game: "It's really important. We are playing a top team and now they are in second place. I hope we can be satisfied after the final whistle."
On the challenge the visitors pose: "We understand their approach, how intense and aggressive they are. They cover ground extensively and ensure every fixture challenging."
Speaking about today as the opening of three matches at home consecutively: "Kicking off with a victory now would be brilliant. We have three crucial challenges before the international break and I hope we get the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on today and later we will look at the following games."
