The match is planned for 16:30 GMT while Manchester City prepare to welcome Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be satisfied at the end of the game finishes," said City player Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
On the importance of the game: "This is crucial. We are playing a quality opponent currently they are second. Hopefully we can be pleased when it's over."
On the challenge Bournemouth offer: "We understand their approach, their intensity and aggressive they are. They work tirelessly a lot and turn each match challenging."
Speaking about today as the opening of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "Kicking off with a three points in this round would be amazing. There are three vital tests prior to the international break and I hope we get the three wins. We must concentrate on now and afterwards we will look at the next matches."
