Kickoff is scheduled for 16:30 GMT as Manchester City get ready to welcome Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased when the game is over," commented City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Comments from Nico Gonzalez
Speaking about the weight of the game: "It's really important. We are playing a strong side currently they are second. I hope we can be pleased when it's over."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors offer: "We know how they play, their intensity and physical they are. They cover ground so much and make every game very difficult."
Speaking about today as the first of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "To start with a victory this week would be amazing. There are three vital tests ahead of the FIFA window and hopefully we achieve the three wins. Let's focus on now and later we will see the upcoming fixtures."
