The match is planned for 4:30 PM GMT as the Citizens aim to entertain the Cherries at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be pleased at the end of the game is over," commented City midfielder Gonzalez.
Important Quotes from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the game: "It's a vital game. We're up against a top team currently they are second. I'm optimistic we can be pleased after the final whistle."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors offer: "We're aware their approach, their intensity and physical they are. They run a lot and turn each match challenging."
On today being the initial of three matches at home consecutively: "Kicking off with a win this week would be amazing. There are three crucial matches ahead of the break for internationals and hopefully we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on now and later we will look at the upcoming fixtures."
