Kickoff is set for half past four GMT while City aim to entertain the Cherries on their home turf.
"Hopefully we can be happy when the game finishes," stated Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We are playing a top team and now they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be happy when it's over."
On the challenge Bournemouth present: "We know how they play, their high energy and aggressive they are. They run so much and turn each match so hard."
On today being the first of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "To start with a win this week would be brilliant. We have three crucial matches prior to the break for internationals and I hope we achieve the full nine points. We must concentrate on now and next week we will consider the upcoming fixtures."
