The match is set for half past four GMT as City aim to welcome Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be satisfied at the end of the game finishes," commented Manchester City player Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from the City Star
On the importance of the game: "It's a vital game. We are playing a top team and now they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be happy when it's over."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors pose: "We're aware how they play, their high energy and combative they are. They run so much and turn each match very difficult."
Speaking about today as the initial of three home games consecutively: "Beginning with a three points now would be brilliant. We have three really important matches prior to the break for internationals and hopefully we secure the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on today and afterwards we will see the next matches."
