Kickoff is set for 4:30 PM GMT while Manchester City aim to entertain the Cherries on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game finishes," said Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.
Important Comments from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We face a strong side and now they are second. I'm optimistic we can be pleased after the final whistle."
On the challenge Bournemouth pose: "We're aware their approach, how intense and aggressive they are. They work tirelessly a lot and ensure every fixture challenging."
On today being the initial of three matches at home back-to-back: "Kicking off with a win in this round would be fantastic. There are three crucial challenges prior to the FIFA window and I'm confident we get the three wins. Let's focus on today and later we will see the following games."
