The match is set for 4:30 PM GMT while Manchester City prepare to host the Cherries at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be happy when the game is over," said City midfielder Gonzalez.
Important Remarks from Nico Gonzalez
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We are playing a strong side and now they are runner-up. Hopefully we can be pleased after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat the visitors present: "We know how they play, their high energy and physical they are. They run so much and turn each match so hard."
Speaking about today as the opening of three home games back-to-back: "Kicking off with a win this week would be brilliant. There are three really important tests ahead of the break for internationals and I hope we achieve the three wins. Let's focus on this game and next week we will see the following games."
