Kickoff is set for 16:30 GMT as the Citizens get ready to entertain Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be pleased when the game is over," commented City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "It's really important. We face a quality opponent and now they are runner-up. I hope we can be pleased at the end."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors present: "We understand how they play, their high energy and combative they are. They cover ground a lot and ensure every fixture challenging."
On today being the opening of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "Beginning with a three points now would be brilliant. We have three vital matches prior to the international break and I hope we achieve the full nine points. Our attention is on now and next week we will consider the following games."
