Kickoff is planned for 16:30 GMT while City aim to host Bournemouth on their home turf.
"Hopefully we can be satisfied when the game concludes," stated City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We are playing a quality opponent and now they are runner-up. Hopefully we can be pleased after the final whistle."
Speaking about the difficulty Bournemouth offer: "We understand their approach, how intense and aggressive they are. They run extensively and turn each match so hard."
Regarding today as the first of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Beginning with a three points this week would be brilliant. We have three vital challenges ahead of the break for internationals and I hope we secure the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on today and later we will look at the following games."
