Kickoff is scheduled for 16:30 GMT as the Citizens aim to welcome Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game finishes," commented Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "It's really important. We face a top team and now they are second. I'm optimistic we can be pleased at the end."
On the challenge the visitors pose: "We know how they play, how intense and physical they are. They work tirelessly so much and make every game so hard."
On today being the first of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "Beginning with a three points this week would be fantastic. There are three vital matches ahead of the break for internationals and I hope we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on today and next week we will consider the upcoming fixtures."
