Kickoff is planned for 4:30 PM GMT as City prepare to welcome Bournemouth in Manchester.
"Hopefully we can be pleased when the game finishes," said City midfielder Gonzalez.
Important Comments from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the fixture: "It's really important. We face a strong side and now they are second. I hope we can be pleased after the final whistle."
On the challenge the visitors pose: "We're aware their style, their intensity and aggressive they are. They work tirelessly extensively and make every game so hard."
Speaking about today as the first of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "Beginning with a win now would be fantastic. We have three really important challenges before the international break and hopefully we secure the three wins. Our attention is on today and afterwards we will look at the upcoming fixtures."
