Kickoff is planned for 4:30 PM GMT as the Citizens aim to host Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I hope we can be happy at the end of the game concludes," stated Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.
Important Comments from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the fixture: "It's really important. We are playing a strong side currently they are in second place. Hopefully we can be happy when it's over."
On the challenge the visitors pose: "We know how they play, their intensity and combative they are. They run extensively and ensure every fixture challenging."
Regarding today as the opening of three matches at home consecutively: "To start with a victory in this round would be brilliant. There are three vital matches before the break for internationals and I'm confident we achieve the three wins. Our attention is on now and afterwards we will look at the upcoming fixtures."
