Kickoff is set for 4:30 PM GMT as City prepare to welcome Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I hope we can be happy at the end of the game is over," said City player Gonzalez.
Notable Quotes from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "It's really important. We're up against a top team and now they are second. I'm optimistic we can be satisfied when it's over."
Speaking about the difficulty Bournemouth present: "We're aware their approach, their high energy and physical they are. They cover ground so much and turn each match so hard."
Regarding today as the initial of three home games consecutively: "Beginning with a victory in this round would be brilliant. There are three crucial challenges before the break for internationals and hopefully we get the three wins. We must concentrate on today and afterwards we will look at the following games."
