Kickoff is planned for half past four GMT as the Citizens aim to welcome Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be pleased when the game finishes," said City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the match: "It's a vital game. We're up against a strong side and now they are in second place. I hope we can be happy when it's over."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors offer: "We understand how they play, their intensity and combative they are. They run so much and ensure every fixture challenging."
Regarding today as the opening of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "Beginning with a win now would be brilliant. There are three vital matches prior to the international break and hopefully we achieve the three wins. Our attention is on now and later we will look at the next matches."
