The match is scheduled for 4:30 PM GMT while City aim to welcome the Cherries in Manchester.
"I hope we can be pleased when the game concludes," said City player Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from the City Star
On the importance of the match: "It's really important. We're up against a top team and now they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be satisfied when it's over."
On the challenge the visitors offer: "We know their approach, their intensity and combative they are. They run a lot and turn each match very difficult."
Speaking about today as the first of three home games in a row: "Kicking off with a three points in this round would be fantastic. We have three really important challenges before the break for internationals and hopefully we get the full nine points. Our attention is on now and afterwards we will see the following games."
