The match is scheduled for 16:30 GMT while Manchester City aim to welcome the Cherries in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game concludes," said City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the match: "This is crucial. We face a quality opponent currently they are in second place. I hope we can be pleased when it's over."
On the challenge Bournemouth pose: "We know how they play, their intensity and combative they are. They run a lot and make every game challenging."
On today being the opening of three home games consecutively: "To start with a win now would be amazing. We have three vital matches prior to the FIFA window and I hope we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on today and afterwards we will look at the upcoming fixtures."
