Kickoff is planned for 4:30 PM GMT as the Citizens aim to welcome Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I hope we can be pleased at the end of the game concludes," said City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
On the importance of the match: "It's really important. We are playing a top team currently they are in second place. Hopefully we can be satisfied when it's over."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors offer: "We're aware their approach, how intense and physical they are. They work tirelessly so much and ensure every fixture so hard."
Speaking about today as the first of three home games in a row: "Kicking off with a three points in this round would be fantastic. We have three really important challenges ahead of the international break and I hope we get the full nine points. Our attention is on now and later we will look at the upcoming fixtures."
