Kickoff is planned for 4:30 PM GMT as City aim to host Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be pleased at the end of the game finishes," said Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the game: "It's a vital game. We are playing a quality opponent currently they are second. I'm optimistic we can be pleased after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth present: "We understand how they play, their high energy and aggressive they are. They work tirelessly so much and turn each match very difficult."
Regarding today as the initial of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "Kicking off with a three points now would be fantastic. We have three vital tests ahead of the international break and I'm confident we get the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on this game and later we will see the upcoming fixtures."
