Kickoff is scheduled for 16:30 GMT as Manchester City aim to welcome the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I hope we can be pleased at the end of the game finishes," commented Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.
Notable Remarks from the City Star
On the importance of the match: "It's really important. We are playing a top team and now they are second. Hopefully we can be pleased after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat the visitors offer: "We're aware their style, their intensity and aggressive they are. They cover ground a lot and turn each match so hard."
Speaking about today as the opening of three home games in a row: "Kicking off with a victory this week would be brilliant. There are three really important challenges prior to the international break and I'm confident we achieve the three wins. Our attention is on now and later we will consider the next matches."
