Kickoff is scheduled for 16:30 GMT as Manchester City prepare to host Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I hope we can be pleased when the game is over," said Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.
Important Remarks from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the match: "It's a vital game. We are playing a top team and now they are in second place. Hopefully we can be happy at the end."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth present: "We're aware their style, their intensity and combative they are. They cover ground so much and ensure every fixture very difficult."
Speaking about today as the first of three matches at home consecutively: "Kicking off with a win in this round would be fantastic. We have three really important tests ahead of the FIFA window and I hope we secure the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on now and later we will consider the next matches."
