Kickoff is set for half past four GMT as City get ready to welcome Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased when the game is over," commented Manchester City player Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the match: "It's really important. We're up against a top team currently they are runner-up. Hopefully we can be happy when it's over."
Speaking about the difficulty Bournemouth offer: "We understand how they play, their high energy and aggressive they are. They run extensively and turn each match so hard."
On today being the opening of three matches at home back-to-back: "To start with a win now would be amazing. We have three vital challenges ahead of the international break and I hope we get the three wins. Let's focus on now and next week we will see the next matches."
