Kickoff is set for 4:30 PM GMT as Manchester City prepare to welcome the Cherries in Manchester.
"I hope we can be pleased at the end of the game finishes," said City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We are playing a strong side and now they are in second place. Hopefully we can be happy after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth pose: "We know their approach, how intense and combative they are. They run so much and turn each match very difficult."
Regarding today as the opening of three matches at home back-to-back: "To start with a three points this week would be brilliant. We have three really important matches prior to the FIFA window and I hope we get the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on this game and later we will look at the following games."
