Kickoff is planned for 16:30 GMT while Manchester City prepare to entertain Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game is over," commented City midfielder Gonzalez.
Important Quotes from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We face a strong side and now they are in second place. I hope we can be happy after the final whistle."
On the challenge Bournemouth present: "We understand how they play, their intensity and combative they are. They work tirelessly a lot and turn each match so hard."
Speaking about today as the first of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "Beginning with a victory in this round would be brilliant. There are three really important challenges before the international break and hopefully we achieve the full nine points. Let's focus on this game and afterwards we will see the next matches."
