The match is scheduled for half past four GMT as the Citizens get ready to welcome Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be satisfied at the end of the game is over," said Manchester City player Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the match: "This is crucial. We are playing a quality opponent and now they are second. I'm optimistic we can be happy at the end."
On the challenge Bournemouth offer: "We're aware how they play, how intense and aggressive they are. They run so much and turn each match very difficult."
Speaking about today as the initial of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "To start with a win in this round would be fantastic. We have three really important matches ahead of the break for internationals and hopefully we secure the full nine points. Our attention is on today and next week we will consider the following games."
