Kickoff is scheduled for 4:30 PM GMT as City prepare to welcome Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased when the game finishes," commented Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the fixture: "It's really important. We are playing a quality opponent and now they are runner-up. I hope we can be happy when it's over."
On the challenge Bournemouth offer: "We're aware their style, how intense and aggressive they are. They run extensively and ensure every fixture very difficult."
Speaking about today as the opening of three home games in a row: "Kicking off with a three points now would be amazing. We have three really important matches before the international break and hopefully we get the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on this game and afterwards we will see the upcoming fixtures."
