Kickoff is planned for 4:30 PM GMT while Manchester City aim to entertain Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game is over," commented Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from the City Star
On the importance of the match: "It's a vital game. We face a quality opponent currently they are runner-up. I hope we can be pleased after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat the visitors pose: "We're aware their style, how intense and physical they are. They work tirelessly a lot and ensure every fixture very difficult."
Speaking about today as the opening of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "Beginning with a win in this round would be brilliant. We have three really important matches before the break for internationals and hopefully we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on today and next week we will look at the upcoming fixtures."