Kickoff is planned for half past four GMT as City get ready to welcome Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied at the end of the game concludes," stated Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the match: "It's really important. We're up against a top team and now they are second. I'm optimistic we can be happy at the end."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors present: "We understand their style, their intensity and combative they are. They work tirelessly extensively and ensure every fixture very difficult."
Regarding today as the initial of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "To start with a victory in this round would be amazing. There are three crucial matches ahead of the international break and hopefully we get the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on now and afterwards we will see the next matches."
