The match is scheduled for 16:30 GMT as the Citizens aim to host Bournemouth in Manchester.
"Hopefully we can be pleased at the end of the game concludes," commented Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "It's really important. We are playing a top team and now they are second. Hopefully we can be satisfied after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat the visitors pose: "We're aware their approach, their intensity and aggressive they are. They run a lot and ensure every fixture so hard."
Speaking about today as the initial of three home games back-to-back: "To start with a win now would be fantastic. There are three really important matches ahead of the international break and I'm confident we secure the full nine points. Let's focus on this game and next week we will look at the following games."
