The match is planned for 16:30 GMT as the Citizens prepare to welcome Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased when the game is over," commented City player Gonzalez.
Important Quotes from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "It's really important. We are playing a quality opponent currently they are second. I'm optimistic we can be happy at the end."
Speaking about the difficulty Bournemouth pose: "We know how they play, their high energy and physical they are. They work tirelessly so much and make every game challenging."
Regarding today as the first of three matches at home back-to-back: "Beginning with a three points this week would be fantastic. There are three vital matches before the international break and I'm confident we secure the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on now and later we will consider the following games."
