Kickoff is set for 16:30 GMT while the Citizens get ready to entertain the Cherries in Manchester.
"I hope we can be happy when the game is over," stated Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.
Notable Quotes from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We're up against a top team currently they are in second place. Hopefully we can be happy when it's over."
On the challenge the visitors pose: "We know their style, their intensity and combative they are. They cover ground a lot and make every game so hard."
On today being the initial of three home games back-to-back: "To start with a three points in this round would be brilliant. There are three vital matches ahead of the international break and I hope we get the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on today and afterwards we will see the following games."
