The match is scheduled for 16:30 GMT as City prepare to host Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased when the game concludes," stated City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Comments from Nico Gonzalez
Regarding the significance of the game: "It's really important. We are playing a strong side currently they are in second place. I hope we can be pleased after the final whistle."
On the challenge the visitors pose: "We understand how they play, their intensity and aggressive they are. They run a lot and make every game so hard."
Regarding today as the opening of three matches at home in a row: "To start with a three points this week would be amazing. We have three crucial challenges prior to the international break and I hope we get the three wins. Let's focus on today and later we will consider the following games."
