The match is set for 16:30 GMT as the Citizens get ready to welcome Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be pleased when the game concludes," stated City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
Regarding the significance of the game: "It's a vital game. We're up against a top team and now they are in second place. Hopefully we can be happy when it's over."
Regarding the threat the visitors offer: "We understand how they play, their high energy and combative they are. They cover ground extensively and turn each match very difficult."
Speaking about today as the first of three matches at home consecutively: "Kicking off with a three points this week would be brilliant. We have three really important challenges before the international break and I hope we get the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on this game and next week we will consider the following games."
