The match is set for 16:30 GMT as the Citizens get ready to host Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased when the game concludes," commented Manchester City player Gonzalez.
Important Remarks from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the game: "It's a vital game. We are playing a quality opponent and now they are second. I hope we can be happy after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth present: "We know how they play, their intensity and combative they are. They run extensively and make every game so hard."
On today being the initial of three home games consecutively: "Kicking off with a three points in this round would be amazing. There are three vital challenges ahead of the FIFA window and I hope we get the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on now and afterwards we will see the next matches."
