Kickoff is planned for 4:30 PM GMT as City aim to welcome the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied at the end of the game is over," stated Manchester City player Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the match: "It's a vital game. We're up against a quality opponent and now they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be happy at the end."
Speaking about the difficulty Bournemouth offer: "We're aware their style, their intensity and physical they are. They run so much and turn each match very difficult."
Regarding today as the initial of three matches at home consecutively: "Beginning with a win this week would be brilliant. There are three vital matches ahead of the international break and hopefully we secure the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on now and next week we will see the next matches."
