Kickoff is set for half past four GMT while the Citizens prepare to host Bournemouth on their home turf.
"Hopefully we can be happy when the game is over," said Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the match: "It's really important. We're up against a quality opponent currently they are second. Hopefully we can be satisfied when it's over."
Regarding the threat the visitors present: "We know how they play, their intensity and combative they are. They run so much and ensure every fixture challenging."
Speaking about today as the initial of three matches at home in a row: "To start with a victory this week would be fantastic. We have three really important matches prior to the international break and hopefully we achieve the full nine points. Our attention is on today and later we will look at the following games."