Kickoff is scheduled for 4:30 PM GMT while the Citizens aim to welcome Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I hope we can be happy at the end of the game finishes," commented Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
On the importance of the match: "It's a vital game. We are playing a top team and now they are second. Hopefully we can be satisfied after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth offer: "We understand how they play, their intensity and aggressive they are. They run a lot and turn each match so hard."
Speaking about today as the opening of three home games in a row: "Kicking off with a win this week would be brilliant. We have three really important challenges prior to the break for internationals and I hope we secure the three wins. Let's focus on now and next week we will consider the next matches."
