The match is set for 4:30 PM GMT as Manchester City prepare to welcome Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I hope we can be pleased at the end of the game is over," commented City midfielder Gonzalez.
Important Remarks from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the game: "This is crucial. We face a top team currently they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be satisfied at the end."
On the challenge the visitors pose: "We're aware how they play, their high energy and combative they are. They cover ground so much and turn each match very difficult."
On today being the first of three home games consecutively: "Kicking off with a win in this round would be fantastic. We have three really important tests before the break for internationals and I'm confident we get the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on now and afterwards we will see the upcoming fixtures."
