The match is scheduled for 4:30 PM GMT while Manchester City aim to welcome the Cherries in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game concludes," stated City midfielder Gonzalez.
Notable Quotes from the City Star
On the importance of the game: "This is crucial. We face a strong side currently they are second. I hope we can be satisfied after the final whistle."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors present: "We understand how they play, their intensity and combative they are. They run a lot and turn each match challenging."
Regarding today as the opening of three home games back-to-back: "To start with a three points in this round would be amazing. We have three really important matches before the break for internationals and I'm confident we secure the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on today and afterwards we will see the following games."
