The match is set for half past four GMT while the Citizens prepare to welcome the Cherries in Manchester.
"I hope we can be satisfied when the game concludes," said City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "It's really important. We are playing a strong side and now they are in second place. I hope we can be pleased when it's over."
Regarding the threat the visitors present: "We understand how they play, their high energy and physical they are. They cover ground extensively and turn each match challenging."
Regarding today as the opening of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "To start with a win this week would be brilliant. We have three really important tests ahead of the FIFA window and I'm confident we get the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on today and later we will look at the upcoming fixtures."
