The match is planned for 16:30 GMT while Manchester City get ready to entertain the Cherries in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased when the game finishes," said City midfielder Gonzalez.
Notable Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the match: "It's a vital game. We are playing a strong side currently they are in second place. I hope we can be pleased after the final whistle."
On the challenge the visitors pose: "We understand how they play, their intensity and aggressive they are. They run a lot and turn each match so hard."
Speaking about today as the opening of three home games in a row: "Beginning with a victory in this round would be fantastic. There are three crucial challenges before the international break and I'm confident we get the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on today and next week we will see the upcoming fixtures."
