The match is set for 16:30 GMT while City get ready to entertain the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game concludes," said City player Gonzalez.
Important Remarks from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the game: "It's a vital game. We are playing a quality opponent currently they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be happy at the end."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors pose: "We know how they play, how intense and physical they are. They cover ground a lot and turn each match so hard."
Speaking about today as the opening of three home games consecutively: "Kicking off with a victory in this round would be brilliant. There are three really important tests prior to the international break and I'm confident we get the three wins. Our attention is on now and later we will see the following games."