The match is planned for half past four GMT as City aim to host the Cherries in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied when the game finishes," said City player Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the game: "It's really important. We are playing a quality opponent currently they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be happy at the end."
On the challenge the visitors offer: "We understand their style, their intensity and aggressive they are. They run so much and make every game challenging."
On today being the opening of three home games consecutively: "Kicking off with a win now would be fantastic. We have three really important tests before the break for internationals and I hope we achieve the full nine points. Our attention is on today and afterwards we will look at the following games."
