Kickoff is planned for 4:30 PM GMT as Manchester City prepare to entertain Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased at the end of the game finishes," said Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "It's really important. We're up against a quality opponent and now they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be satisfied after the final whistle."
On the challenge the visitors present: "We're aware their approach, how intense and physical they are. They run so much and make every game so hard."
Regarding today as the first of three matches at home back-to-back: "To start with a victory now would be brilliant. There are three crucial tests prior to the FIFA window and hopefully we get the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on today and later we will look at the upcoming fixtures."
