The match is scheduled for 16:30 GMT as City prepare to entertain Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game finishes," said City player Gonzalez.
Notable Remarks from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the match: "It's really important. We are playing a quality opponent and now they are second. I'm optimistic we can be satisfied at the end."
On the challenge the visitors pose: "We understand how they play, their intensity and combative they are. They run extensively and make every game challenging."
On today being the first of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "To start with a win in this round would be fantastic. There are three vital challenges before the break for internationals and I'm confident we secure the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on today and later we will see the following games."
