The match is set for 16:30 GMT while Manchester City aim to entertain Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased when the game is over," stated Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.
Important Comments from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the fixture: "It's really important. We are playing a top team currently they are runner-up. Hopefully we can be satisfied after the final whistle."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors offer: "We understand how they play, how intense and combative they are. They run a lot and make every game very difficult."
Speaking about today as the first of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "Kicking off with a win this week would be brilliant. There are three really important challenges ahead of the FIFA window and hopefully we get the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on now and next week we will consider the following games."
