The match is scheduled for 16:30 GMT while the Citizens get ready to entertain the Cherries in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased at the end of the game is over," said City midfielder Gonzalez.
Important Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
Speaking about the weight of the game: "It's a vital game. We are playing a quality opponent and now they are in second place. I hope we can be happy at the end."
On the challenge the visitors offer: "We understand their style, their high energy and combative they are. They run so much and turn each match challenging."
On today being the initial of three matches at home consecutively: "Kicking off with a win now would be fantastic. There are three really important challenges ahead of the break for internationals and hopefully we achieve the three wins. Our attention is on now and afterwards we will see the next matches."
