The match is scheduled for 16:30 GMT as the Citizens get ready to host Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game is over," commented City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Comments from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the match: "This is crucial. We are playing a top team currently they are runner-up. I hope we can be pleased at the end."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors present: "We're aware how they play, how intense and combative they are. They run so much and turn each match challenging."
Speaking about today as the initial of three home games in a row: "Kicking off with a win in this round would be amazing. We have three crucial tests before the break for internationals and I'm confident we secure the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on this game and afterwards we will see the following games."
