Kickoff is planned for 16:30 GMT as City prepare to welcome Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game finishes," commented City midfielder Gonzalez.
Important Comments from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the fixture: "It's really important. We face a top team currently they are runner-up. I hope we can be pleased when it's over."
Speaking about the difficulty Bournemouth present: "We understand their approach, their intensity and physical they are. They work tirelessly extensively and turn each match so hard."
Regarding today as the opening of three matches at home in a row: "To start with a win in this round would be brilliant. We have three vital tests ahead of the FIFA window and I'm confident we achieve the three wins. Our attention is on now and later we will consider the following games."
