The match is set for 16:30 GMT while City aim to host Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I hope we can be happy when the game finishes," commented Manchester City player Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from Nico Gonzalez
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We face a strong side and now they are second. I'm optimistic we can be happy when it's over."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth present: "We understand their style, their intensity and physical they are. They work tirelessly so much and make every game very difficult."
On today being the opening of three matches at home back-to-back: "To start with a victory now would be amazing. We have three crucial matches prior to the break for internationals and I hope we get the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on today and afterwards we will consider the following games."
