The match is planned for 4:30 PM GMT while the Citizens aim to welcome Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game concludes," said Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.
Important Remarks from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We face a quality opponent currently they are second. I'm optimistic we can be pleased after the final whistle."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors pose: "We're aware how they play, their intensity and combative they are. They work tirelessly a lot and turn each match so hard."
On today being the opening of three matches at home consecutively: "Beginning with a three points in this round would be brilliant. There are three vital tests ahead of the break for internationals and I hope we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on now and afterwards we will look at the following games."
