Kickoff is planned for half past four GMT while City get ready to entertain the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game is over," said City player Gonzalez.
Important Comments from Nico Gonzalez
Regarding the significance of the game: "It's really important. We're up against a top team currently they are in second place. Hopefully we can be happy after the final whistle."
On the challenge the visitors pose: "We understand their approach, their intensity and physical they are. They run so much and make every game very difficult."
Regarding today as the first of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Beginning with a three points this week would be brilliant. There are three crucial tests before the FIFA window and I hope we achieve the three wins. Our attention is on today and afterwards we will look at the following games."
