Kickoff is scheduled for 4:30 PM GMT as City aim to host the Cherries in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game is over," commented Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the match: "It's a vital game. We're up against a quality opponent currently they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be pleased when it's over."
Regarding the threat the visitors pose: "We're aware how they play, their intensity and aggressive they are. They run a lot and ensure every fixture so hard."
On today being the first of three home games back-to-back: "Beginning with a three points this week would be brilliant. There are three crucial tests before the FIFA window and I'm confident we get the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on this game and afterwards we will see the next matches."
