Kickoff is set for 4:30 PM GMT as Manchester City prepare to welcome the Cherries on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game concludes," commented City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We are playing a strong side currently they are in second place. I hope we can be satisfied when it's over."
Regarding the threat the visitors pose: "We're aware their style, their high energy and combative they are. They cover ground so much and turn each match so hard."
On today being the opening of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "Kicking off with a victory now would be brilliant. There are three really important matches ahead of the international break and I hope we secure the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on this game and afterwards we will look at the upcoming fixtures."
