The match is planned for 4:30 PM GMT as City aim to entertain Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be satisfied at the end of the game finishes," said City midfielder Gonzalez.
Important Comments from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the match: "It's a vital game. We are playing a top team currently they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be pleased when it's over."
On the challenge Bournemouth offer: "We're aware how they play, how intense and aggressive they are. They cover ground so much and make every game so hard."
Regarding today as the first of three matches at home back-to-back: "Kicking off with a three points in this round would be amazing. There are three vital challenges before the international break and hopefully we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on today and afterwards we will see the following games."
