The match is scheduled for 16:30 GMT while Manchester City get ready to welcome the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game is over," said Manchester City player Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the match: "It's really important. We face a top team and now they are in second place. I hope we can be pleased when it's over."
Speaking about the difficulty Bournemouth offer: "We know their style, their intensity and aggressive they are. They work tirelessly so much and turn each match challenging."
Regarding today as the initial of three matches at home back-to-back: "To start with a win now would be brilliant. There are three really important matches ahead of the FIFA window and hopefully we get the three wins. Let's focus on now and next week we will consider the next matches."
