Kickoff is scheduled for 4:30 PM GMT while City prepare to welcome the Cherries in Manchester.
"Hopefully we can be happy when the game finishes," said City midfielder Gonzalez.
Important Comments from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the match: "It's a vital game. We're up against a top team and now they are in second place. I hope we can be satisfied after the final whistle."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors present: "We understand how they play, their high energy and combative they are. They run extensively and make every game challenging."
Speaking about today as the initial of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "Beginning with a victory this week would be amazing. There are three really important challenges before the international break and hopefully we secure the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on now and afterwards we will see the next matches."
