The match is planned for 4:30 PM GMT while the Citizens get ready to welcome Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I hope we can be pleased at the end of the game finishes," stated City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We face a top team currently they are second. I hope we can be pleased at the end."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth present: "We're aware their style, how intense and physical they are. They cover ground a lot and turn each match challenging."
Regarding today as the opening of three home games back-to-back: "Beginning with a win this week would be fantastic. There are three really important challenges ahead of the FIFA window and hopefully we get the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on today and next week we will consider the upcoming fixtures."
