The match is scheduled for half past four GMT while City get ready to entertain the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game finishes," stated City player Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We face a quality opponent and now they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be happy when it's over."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors pose: "We understand how they play, their intensity and physical they are. They run a lot and make every game so hard."
Regarding today as the first of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "Beginning with a win this week would be brilliant. There are three really important tests before the FIFA window and I'm confident we secure the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on now and later we will look at the following games."
