The match is scheduled for 16:30 GMT while City get ready to entertain Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied at the end of the game finishes," said Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "It's really important. We are playing a strong side and now they are in second place. Hopefully we can be pleased after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth pose: "We're aware how they play, how intense and combative they are. They run extensively and ensure every fixture very difficult."
Speaking about today as the opening of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "Beginning with a win now would be fantastic. We have three really important matches before the break for internationals and hopefully we achieve the three wins. We must concentrate on now and later we will look at the upcoming fixtures."
