The match is planned for 16:30 GMT while the Citizens get ready to welcome Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be pleased when the game concludes," said City player Gonzalez.
Important Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
Speaking about the weight of the game: "It's really important. We are playing a top team and now they are in second place. Hopefully we can be satisfied when it's over."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth present: "We understand how they play, their intensity and aggressive they are. They run so much and ensure every fixture challenging."
Regarding today as the first of three home games back-to-back: "Kicking off with a victory in this round would be brilliant. We have three vital challenges prior to the break for internationals and hopefully we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on this game and afterwards we will see the upcoming fixtures."
