Kickoff is set for 16:30 GMT as Manchester City prepare to host the Cherries in Manchester.
"Hopefully we can be pleased when the game is over," said City player Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the game: "It's really important. We face a top team currently they are in second place. I hope we can be pleased after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat the visitors present: "We know how they play, their intensity and physical they are. They run extensively and make every game challenging."
Regarding today as the opening of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Kicking off with a win this week would be amazing. We have three crucial matches before the FIFA window and I hope we achieve the full nine points. Let's focus on today and next week we will look at the following games."
