Kickoff is set for 16:30 GMT while City aim to entertain Bournemouth on their home turf.
"Hopefully we can be pleased at the end of the game finishes," said Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.
Important Comments from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the match: "It's really important. We face a quality opponent and now they are runner-up. Hopefully we can be happy when it's over."
On the challenge the visitors pose: "We understand their style, how intense and physical they are. They run so much and turn each match very difficult."
Regarding today as the first of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "To start with a three points now would be brilliant. We have three crucial challenges prior to the international break and hopefully we secure the three wins. We must concentrate on today and later we will see the upcoming fixtures."
