Kickoff is scheduled for half past four GMT while City get ready to entertain Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game concludes," stated City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the match: "This is crucial. We face a top team currently they are second. Hopefully we can be satisfied when it's over."
On the challenge the visitors present: "We understand their style, their intensity and combative they are. They run a lot and ensure every fixture very difficult."
Regarding today as the first of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "Beginning with a victory now would be fantastic. We have three crucial challenges before the international break and I hope we get the three wins. Our attention is on this game and next week we will look at the following games."
