Kickoff is set for 16:30 GMT while City aim to host the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game is over," said Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.
Important Comments from Nico Gonzalez
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We face a quality opponent and now they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be pleased after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat the visitors offer: "We know their approach, their intensity and aggressive they are. They run a lot and ensure every fixture so hard."
Speaking about today as the initial of three home games consecutively: "To start with a victory now would be brilliant. There are three crucial challenges ahead of the international break and hopefully we secure the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on this game and afterwards we will see the next matches."
