Kickoff is scheduled for 4:30 PM GMT while Manchester City aim to welcome the Cherries in Manchester.
"I hope we can be happy when the game finishes," said City player Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "It's really important. We're up against a top team and now they are second. I hope we can be pleased after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth offer: "We're aware how they play, their intensity and physical they are. They cover ground a lot and make every game challenging."
Regarding today as the initial of three home games consecutively: "Kicking off with a victory now would be fantastic. We have three really important challenges prior to the break for internationals and hopefully we achieve the full nine points. Let's focus on now and later we will consider the following games."
