Kickoff is scheduled for 4:30 PM GMT as the Citizens get ready to welcome Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game is over," said City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the fixture: "It's really important. We are playing a strong side and now they are second. Hopefully we can be satisfied when it's over."
On the challenge Bournemouth pose: "We're aware their style, how intense and combative they are. They run extensively and make every game challenging."
Speaking about today as the opening of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "To start with a victory in this round would be amazing. There are three really important tests before the international break and I hope we achieve the three wins. Let's focus on now and afterwards we will look at the next matches."
