The match is scheduled for 4:30 PM GMT while the Citizens prepare to entertain Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased when the game is over," stated Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Comments from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the match: "It's really important. We face a top team currently they are runner-up. Hopefully we can be pleased when it's over."
On the challenge the visitors present: "We know their approach, their high energy and aggressive they are. They run so much and ensure every fixture very difficult."
On today being the initial of three matches at home in a row: "Beginning with a victory now would be amazing. There are three vital matches ahead of the break for internationals and I hope we secure the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on now and afterwards we will look at the upcoming fixtures."
