Kickoff is set for 16:30 GMT while City aim to welcome Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be pleased when the game is over," said Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.
Important Remarks from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We're up against a quality opponent and now they are runner-up. Hopefully we can be pleased at the end."
On the challenge Bournemouth present: "We understand their style, how intense and physical they are. They cover ground so much and turn each match so hard."
On today being the initial of three matches at home consecutively: "To start with a three points in this round would be fantastic. There are three really important tests before the international break and I hope we achieve the three wins. Our attention is on today and later we will look at the upcoming fixtures."
