The match is planned for 16:30 GMT while Manchester City get ready to host Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied when the game concludes," stated Manchester City player Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the game: "This is crucial. We face a top team currently they are second. Hopefully we can be happy after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth present: "We know how they play, their intensity and aggressive they are. They run extensively and make every game challenging."
Regarding today as the opening of three matches at home consecutively: "Beginning with a victory now would be amazing. We have three crucial tests before the break for internationals and hopefully we get the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on today and afterwards we will look at the next matches."
