Kickoff is set for 4:30 PM GMT as City prepare to welcome the Cherries at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be happy at the end of the game concludes," stated Manchester City player Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the match: "It's a vital game. We face a strong side and now they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be pleased at the end."
Speaking about the difficulty Bournemouth present: "We're aware their approach, their intensity and combative they are. They run so much and turn each match so hard."
Speaking about today as the first of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "Kicking off with a three points in this round would be brilliant. There are three really important tests ahead of the FIFA window and I hope we secure the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on now and next week we will consider the upcoming fixtures."
