The match is set for 4:30 PM GMT as City get ready to welcome Bournemouth on their home turf.
"Hopefully we can be pleased at the end of the game concludes," said City player Gonzalez.
Key Comments from Nico Gonzalez
Speaking about the weight of the match: "It's a vital game. We're up against a quality opponent and now they are second. I'm optimistic we can be pleased at the end."
Regarding the threat the visitors present: "We're aware how they play, their high energy and aggressive they are. They work tirelessly so much and turn each match very difficult."
On today being the first of three home games in a row: "To start with a win in this round would be fantastic. We have three crucial challenges prior to the break for internationals and hopefully we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on today and later we will consider the following games."
