Kickoff is scheduled for 16:30 GMT as Manchester City aim to host Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I hope we can be happy when the game is over," said Manchester City player Gonzalez.
Important Quotes from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the game: "It's really important. We're up against a quality opponent and now they are runner-up. I hope we can be satisfied at the end."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors offer: "We know how they play, how intense and aggressive they are. They work tirelessly so much and make every game so hard."
Regarding today as the first of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "To start with a win this week would be amazing. There are three really important challenges before the FIFA window and I hope we secure the full nine points. We must concentrate on this game and later we will see the next matches."
