The match is planned for 4:30 PM GMT while City aim to entertain Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I hope we can be happy when the game is over," commented Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.
Notable Remarks from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the match: "It's a vital game. We are playing a strong side and now they are in second place. Hopefully we can be happy after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat the visitors offer: "We know their approach, their intensity and combative they are. They run a lot and ensure every fixture very difficult."
On today being the opening of three matches at home in a row: "To start with a victory now would be fantastic. We have three really important challenges prior to the international break and I hope we get the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on now and later we will see the next matches."
