The match is set for 16:30 GMT while City prepare to host Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game concludes," commented Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.
Important Comments from Nico Gonzalez
Regarding the significance of the game: "It's really important. We face a strong side currently they are second. I hope we can be happy at the end."
Regarding the threat the visitors offer: "We know their approach, how intense and combative they are. They work tirelessly a lot and make every game very difficult."
On today being the opening of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Beginning with a victory now would be fantastic. There are three really important challenges before the break for internationals and I hope we achieve the three wins. Let's focus on this game and later we will look at the next matches."
