The match is set for half past four GMT as City get ready to host the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied when the game concludes," commented City midfielder Gonzalez.
Important Comments from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We face a strong side currently they are second. I'm optimistic we can be pleased when it's over."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth pose: "We know their approach, how intense and combative they are. They work tirelessly a lot and turn each match challenging."
Regarding today as the opening of three matches at home back-to-back: "To start with a three points now would be brilliant. There are three vital challenges ahead of the international break and I hope we get the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on now and next week we will look at the following games."
