The match is set for 16:30 GMT as City get ready to host Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I hope we can be happy when the game is over," commented Manchester City player Gonzalez.
Important Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the game: "It's really important. We face a top team and now they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be pleased at the end."
On the challenge Bournemouth present: "We understand how they play, their intensity and aggressive they are. They run a lot and make every game very difficult."
Regarding today as the opening of three matches at home back-to-back: "To start with a three points this week would be brilliant. We have three really important challenges ahead of the break for internationals and I'm confident we secure the full nine points. Let's focus on today and afterwards we will look at the next matches."
