Kickoff is set for 16:30 GMT while City get ready to host Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game is over," said Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from the City Star
On the importance of the match: "It's really important. We face a strong side currently they are runner-up. Hopefully we can be happy at the end."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors present: "We're aware how they play, their intensity and aggressive they are. They work tirelessly a lot and ensure every fixture challenging."
Speaking about today as the first of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "To start with a victory in this round would be amazing. We have three crucial challenges before the international break and I hope we achieve the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on today and next week we will see the following games."
