The match is set for 16:30 GMT as the Citizens aim to host Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game finishes," stated Manchester City player Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We face a top team currently they are second. I'm optimistic we can be happy at the end."
Speaking about the difficulty Bournemouth pose: "We know how they play, how intense and physical they are. They run a lot and make every game very difficult."
On today being the first of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "To start with a victory now would be brilliant. We have three vital challenges before the FIFA window and I hope we secure the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on today and next week we will look at the upcoming fixtures."
