The match is set for 4:30 PM GMT as the Citizens prepare to host Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be pleased at the end of the game is over," said City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "It's really important. We are playing a quality opponent currently they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be pleased at the end."
Regarding the threat the visitors pose: "We understand how they play, their high energy and aggressive they are. They cover ground so much and make every game very difficult."
On today being the first of three home games in a row: "Beginning with a win now would be fantastic. There are three crucial matches ahead of the break for internationals and hopefully we achieve the three wins. Our attention is on today and afterwards we will see the next matches."
