The match is scheduled for half past four GMT while City aim to host the Cherries in Manchester.
"Hopefully we can be pleased when the game concludes," commented Manchester City player Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the fixture: "This is crucial. We are playing a top team currently they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be happy when it's over."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors present: "We know their approach, their intensity and aggressive they are. They cover ground a lot and make every game so hard."
On today being the first of three home games consecutively: "Kicking off with a victory now would be fantastic. There are three crucial matches before the break for internationals and I'm confident we get the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on this game and next week we will consider the next matches."
