The match is set for 16:30 GMT while City aim to welcome Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be satisfied at the end of the game is over," commented City player Gonzalez.
Important Comments from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the match: "This is crucial. We face a strong side currently they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be happy at the end."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth pose: "We know their style, how intense and physical they are. They work tirelessly so much and make every game challenging."
Speaking about today as the initial of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Kicking off with a win this week would be amazing. We have three really important challenges ahead of the international break and I'm confident we get the three wins. We must concentrate on this game and later we will look at the upcoming fixtures."
