Kickoff is scheduled for 16:30 GMT as Manchester City prepare to welcome the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game concludes," commented City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "It's really important. We face a quality opponent currently they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be happy when it's over."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth present: "We understand their style, their intensity and aggressive they are. They work tirelessly so much and turn each match very difficult."
Speaking about today as the first of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "Beginning with a victory in this round would be brilliant. There are three crucial challenges prior to the FIFA window and I'm confident we secure the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on this game and later we will see the next matches."
