Kickoff is set for 4:30 PM GMT while the Citizens get ready to host Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game finishes," stated Manchester City player Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We're up against a quality opponent currently they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be happy at the end."
Speaking about the difficulty Bournemouth pose: "We know their approach, their high energy and combative they are. They run extensively and turn each match very difficult."
Regarding today as the first of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Kicking off with a three points this week would be fantastic. We have three really important tests before the international break and I hope we get the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on today and later we will see the upcoming fixtures."
