The match is planned for half past four GMT as Manchester City get ready to entertain the Cherries at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be happy at the end of the game is over," commented City midfielder Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from Nico Gonzalez
Speaking about the weight of the match: "This is crucial. We face a quality opponent and now they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be happy at the end."
On the challenge the visitors present: "We understand how they play, their intensity and physical they are. They cover ground a lot and ensure every fixture very difficult."
Regarding today as the first of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "Kicking off with a win now would be amazing. We have three vital matches prior to the FIFA window and I hope we achieve the three wins. We must concentrate on now and next week we will consider the following games."
