The match is scheduled for 16:30 GMT while City aim to welcome the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied at the end of the game is over," stated City midfielder Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the match: "It's a vital game. We are playing a strong side and now they are second. Hopefully we can be satisfied at the end."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth present: "We're aware their style, how intense and aggressive they are. They run so much and turn each match challenging."
Regarding today as the opening of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Kicking off with a victory this week would be fantastic. There are three really important tests prior to the FIFA window and I'm confident we get the three wins. We must concentrate on this game and later we will consider the following games."
