The match is planned for 16:30 GMT as Manchester City prepare to welcome the Cherries in Manchester.
"Hopefully we can be happy at the end of the game is over," stated Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.
Notable Quotes from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We are playing a strong side and now they are runner-up. Hopefully we can be happy when it's over."
Speaking about the difficulty Bournemouth offer: "We know their approach, their intensity and combative they are. They work tirelessly extensively and make every game so hard."
On today being the first of three home games consecutively: "To start with a win now would be brilliant. There are three really important tests ahead of the international break and I hope we secure the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on now and afterwards we will consider the next matches."
