The match is planned for half past four GMT as Manchester City prepare to entertain Bournemouth in Manchester.
"Hopefully we can be happy when the game concludes," said Manchester City player Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the fixture: "It's really important. We are playing a strong side and now they are runner-up. I hope we can be happy after the final whistle."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors present: "We know how they play, how intense and combative they are. They cover ground so much and ensure every fixture so hard."
Speaking about today as the opening of three matches at home back-to-back: "Kicking off with a victory in this round would be amazing. We have three vital challenges ahead of the FIFA window and I hope we get the three wins. We must concentrate on today and afterwards we will see the upcoming fixtures."
