The match is planned for 4:30 PM GMT as the Citizens get ready to host the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased at the end of the game is over," commented Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the match: "It's a vital game. We face a strong side currently they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be pleased when it's over."
On the challenge Bournemouth offer: "We understand how they play, how intense and combative they are. They work tirelessly a lot and ensure every fixture so hard."
Regarding today as the first of three home games back-to-back: "Kicking off with a victory now would be amazing. We have three really important matches before the FIFA window and hopefully we achieve the three wins. Let's focus on this game and afterwards we will see the following games."
