Kickoff is scheduled for half past four GMT as City prepare to entertain the Cherries on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game concludes," said Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the game: "It's a vital game. We are playing a top team and now they are runner-up. I hope we can be satisfied at the end."
Speaking about the difficulty Bournemouth pose: "We know how they play, how intense and aggressive they are. They cover ground a lot and make every game challenging."
Regarding today as the initial of three matches at home consecutively: "To start with a victory in this round would be fantastic. There are three crucial matches before the break for internationals and I'm confident we secure the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on this game and next week we will see the next matches."
