The match is planned for 16:30 GMT while the Citizens get ready to host Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I hope we can be satisfied at the end of the game concludes," commented City midfielder Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "It's really important. We face a strong side currently they are second. Hopefully we can be pleased at the end."
On the challenge Bournemouth offer: "We know their style, how intense and combative they are. They run so much and turn each match so hard."
On today being the initial of three home games consecutively: "Kicking off with a win now would be fantastic. We have three really important challenges ahead of the international break and I'm confident we get the three wins. Our attention is on now and later we will see the following games."
