Kickoff is scheduled for 4:30 PM GMT as City prepare to entertain the Cherries in Manchester.
"I hope we can be happy when the game is over," stated City player Gonzalez.
Key Comments from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the game: "It's a vital game. We face a top team and now they are second. Hopefully we can be satisfied when it's over."
Speaking about the difficulty Bournemouth pose: "We understand how they play, their high energy and aggressive they are. They cover ground extensively and turn each match challenging."
Speaking about today as the opening of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Beginning with a victory this week would be brilliant. We have three vital tests before the international break and hopefully we secure the three wins. Let's focus on today and afterwards we will see the next matches."
