The match is planned for half past four GMT as the Citizens prepare to entertain Bournemouth on their home turf.
"Hopefully we can be happy at the end of the game is over," said City player Gonzalez.
Key Comments from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the match: "This is crucial. We face a quality opponent and now they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be pleased at the end."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth pose: "We understand how they play, their intensity and aggressive they are. They cover ground so much and turn each match so hard."
On today being the opening of three matches at home back-to-back: "Kicking off with a three points this week would be fantastic. There are three vital challenges before the FIFA window and I'm confident we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on today and later we will see the next matches."
