The match is set for 16:30 GMT as Manchester City get ready to welcome Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game is over," commented Manchester City player Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
Regarding the significance of the match: "This is crucial. We're up against a quality opponent currently they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be satisfied after the final whistle."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors present: "We're aware how they play, their intensity and physical they are. They cover ground so much and make every game very difficult."
On today being the first of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "To start with a win now would be brilliant. We have three really important matches before the break for internationals and hopefully we get the three wins. Let's focus on today and next week we will look at the next matches."
