The match is planned for 16:30 GMT as City aim to welcome Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied at the end of the game is over," stated Manchester City player Gonzalez.
Notable Quotes from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We are playing a top team currently they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be satisfied after the final whistle."
On the challenge the visitors offer: "We understand how they play, how intense and physical they are. They run extensively and ensure every fixture so hard."
Speaking about today as the initial of three home games back-to-back: "Kicking off with a victory now would be amazing. There are three really important matches ahead of the break for internationals and I hope we secure the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on today and later we will look at the following games."
