The match is scheduled for 16:30 GMT as Manchester City get ready to entertain the Cherries on their home turf.
"Hopefully we can be pleased when the game finishes," commented City midfielder Gonzalez.
Important Comments from the City Star
On the importance of the match: "This is crucial. We face a quality opponent currently they are runner-up. Hopefully we can be satisfied when it's over."
On the challenge Bournemouth offer: "We know how they play, how intense and physical they are. They run a lot and make every game very difficult."
Regarding today as the first of three matches at home back-to-back: "Kicking off with a victory this week would be brilliant. We have three really important tests before the FIFA window and I hope we secure the full nine points. Let's focus on today and later we will look at the next matches."
