The match is planned for 4:30 PM GMT as City get ready to welcome the Cherries on their home turf.
"Hopefully we can be happy when the game is over," stated Manchester City player Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
Speaking about the weight of the game: "This is crucial. We are playing a top team and now they are runner-up. I hope we can be happy after the final whistle."
On the challenge Bournemouth pose: "We know their approach, how intense and physical they are. They work tirelessly a lot and make every game challenging."
Speaking about today as the first of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "To start with a three points this week would be fantastic. We have three vital challenges prior to the international break and hopefully we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on now and afterwards we will consider the upcoming fixtures."
