Kickoff is set for half past four GMT as the Citizens get ready to host Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied at the end of the game is over," commented City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We're up against a strong side and now they are second. I hope we can be satisfied at the end."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors pose: "We understand how they play, how intense and combative they are. They work tirelessly extensively and ensure every fixture challenging."
Regarding today as the first of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "To start with a three points in this round would be fantastic. There are three really important challenges before the FIFA window and hopefully we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on now and afterwards we will consider the upcoming fixtures."
