Kickoff is set for 4:30 PM GMT while City prepare to host the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased when the game finishes," commented Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Comments from Nico Gonzalez
Speaking about the weight of the match: "This is crucial. We face a strong side and now they are second. Hopefully we can be pleased when it's over."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth pose: "We know how they play, their intensity and physical they are. They work tirelessly extensively and turn each match challenging."
Regarding today as the opening of three home games consecutively: "Kicking off with a victory this week would be amazing. There are three really important tests prior to the FIFA window and hopefully we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on today and afterwards we will see the next matches."
