Kickoff is planned for 16:30 GMT as Manchester City get ready to entertain Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be happy at the end of the game is over," stated Manchester City player Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the game: "This is crucial. We face a top team and now they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be pleased at the end."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors offer: "We know how they play, their intensity and physical they are. They cover ground a lot and ensure every fixture so hard."
Speaking about today as the first of three matches at home in a row: "Beginning with a three points this week would be fantastic. There are three vital matches before the international break and I hope we achieve the three wins. Our attention is on today and next week we will look at the next matches."
