Kickoff is set for 4:30 PM GMT while the Citizens prepare to entertain Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game concludes," said Manchester City player Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the game: "It's really important. We are playing a top team and now they are in second place. Hopefully we can be pleased when it's over."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors pose: "We know their style, how intense and combative they are. They run so much and make every game so hard."
Regarding today as the initial of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Beginning with a victory this week would be amazing. We have three crucial matches prior to the international break and I hope we achieve the three wins. We must concentrate on today and afterwards we will look at the following games."
