Kickoff is planned for 4:30 PM GMT as Manchester City aim to welcome the Cherries in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased at the end of the game concludes," commented City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the match: "It's a vital game. We're up against a quality opponent and now they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be happy at the end."
On the challenge the visitors offer: "We're aware their approach, their intensity and aggressive they are. They work tirelessly so much and ensure every fixture very difficult."
Regarding today as the initial of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "To start with a win now would be amazing. There are three vital tests ahead of the break for internationals and I hope we get the three wins. Let's focus on now and next week we will see the upcoming fixtures."
