Kickoff is scheduled for half past four GMT as Manchester City get ready to welcome the Cherries in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied at the end of the game finishes," commented City midfielder Gonzalez.
Notable Quotes from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "It's really important. We face a strong side currently they are runner-up. I hope we can be pleased at the end."
Regarding the threat the visitors offer: "We're aware how they play, how intense and combative they are. They work tirelessly a lot and turn each match so hard."
Regarding today as the opening of three matches at home back-to-back: "Kicking off with a win this week would be amazing. We have three really important matches before the break for internationals and hopefully we secure the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on this game and later we will look at the upcoming fixtures."
