The match is set for 16:30 GMT as the Citizens get ready to welcome the Cherries on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game finishes," commented Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from the City Star
On the importance of the game: "It's really important. We face a top team currently they are runner-up. I hope we can be satisfied after the final whistle."
On the challenge the visitors present: "We're aware their approach, their intensity and combative they are. They work tirelessly so much and make every game challenging."
Speaking about today as the opening of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Kicking off with a three points in this round would be amazing. We have three really important challenges prior to the break for internationals and hopefully we secure the three wins. Our attention is on today and next week we will look at the next matches."
