The match is planned for 16:30 GMT while Manchester City get ready to welcome the Cherries in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game is over," commented City midfielder Gonzalez.
Notable Remarks from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the game: "This is crucial. We face a strong side and now they are second. I hope we can be satisfied at the end."
On the challenge Bournemouth offer: "We understand their style, how intense and combative they are. They run a lot and make every game so hard."
Regarding today as the initial of three matches at home in a row: "To start with a victory now would be fantastic. There are three vital matches ahead of the FIFA window and I hope we achieve the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on this game and later we will consider the following games."
