Kickoff is planned for 16:30 GMT as Manchester City prepare to host the Cherries in Manchester.
"Hopefully we can be pleased when the game finishes," stated City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Comments from Nico Gonzalez
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We're up against a quality opponent and now they are second. I hope we can be happy after the final whistle."
On the challenge Bournemouth present: "We know how they play, their high energy and physical they are. They run a lot and ensure every fixture very difficult."
Regarding today as the first of three matches at home consecutively: "To start with a three points this week would be brilliant. We have three vital challenges ahead of the break for internationals and I'm confident we get the full nine points. We must concentrate on now and afterwards we will consider the next matches."
