The match is planned for half past four GMT as City prepare to entertain Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be pleased when the game is over," stated City midfielder Gonzalez.
Important Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We face a quality opponent and now they are second. Hopefully we can be pleased when it's over."
On the challenge the visitors offer: "We know how they play, their high energy and physical they are. They work tirelessly so much and make every game very difficult."
Speaking about today as the first of three matches at home consecutively: "Beginning with a three points this week would be fantastic. There are three crucial challenges before the international break and hopefully we secure the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on now and next week we will consider the following games."
