The match is planned for 16:30 GMT as the Citizens get ready to host Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game finishes," said Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from Nico Gonzalez
Regarding the significance of the game: "This is crucial. We face a top team and now they are second. I hope we can be satisfied when it's over."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth pose: "We're aware their style, their intensity and aggressive they are. They run a lot and make every game so hard."
Speaking about today as the initial of three matches at home in a row: "Beginning with a victory now would be fantastic. There are three crucial tests before the FIFA window and hopefully we get the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on today and afterwards we will look at the next matches."
