The match is scheduled for 4:30 PM GMT while Manchester City get ready to host Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased when the game concludes," said Manchester City player Gonzalez.
Important Comments from the City Star
On the importance of the game: "This is crucial. We're up against a quality opponent and now they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be satisfied when it's over."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors offer: "We understand how they play, how intense and physical they are. They work tirelessly a lot and make every game so hard."
On today being the first of three matches at home back-to-back: "Beginning with a victory now would be fantastic. We have three vital tests ahead of the break for internationals and hopefully we get the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on this game and afterwards we will see the upcoming fixtures."
