Kickoff is scheduled for 16:30 GMT as Manchester City prepare to welcome the Cherries at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be pleased at the end of the game finishes," commented Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from the City Star
On the importance of the match: "This is crucial. We're up against a quality opponent currently they are runner-up. I hope we can be happy when it's over."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors pose: "We know their style, their intensity and combative they are. They run a lot and turn each match very difficult."
On today being the opening of three matches at home consecutively: "Beginning with a three points in this round would be amazing. There are three vital tests before the break for internationals and I hope we secure the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on now and later we will see the following games."
