Kickoff is set for 4:30 PM GMT while City get ready to welcome Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied when the game concludes," commented Manchester City player Gonzalez.
Important Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
Speaking about the weight of the game: "It's really important. We're up against a quality opponent currently they are in second place. Hopefully we can be pleased when it's over."
On the challenge the visitors pose: "We're aware how they play, how intense and combative they are. They work tirelessly extensively and make every game challenging."
Speaking about today as the first of three matches at home in a row: "Beginning with a three points this week would be brilliant. There are three crucial challenges prior to the break for internationals and I'm confident we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on today and next week we will look at the next matches."
