Kickoff is scheduled for 4:30 PM GMT while the Citizens get ready to welcome the Cherries in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game finishes," said City player Gonzalez.
Key Comments from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the game: "It's really important. We face a top team currently they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be pleased after the final whistle."
On the challenge Bournemouth offer: "We're aware their approach, how intense and aggressive they are. They work tirelessly a lot and ensure every fixture so hard."
Speaking about today as the opening of three matches at home back-to-back: "Kicking off with a victory this week would be amazing. We have three vital challenges before the international break and I hope we achieve the three wins. We must concentrate on today and next week we will consider the following games."
