The match is set for 4:30 PM GMT as City aim to welcome the Cherries at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be happy at the end of the game is over," stated Manchester City player Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
On the importance of the match: "It's a vital game. We're up against a strong side and now they are second. I'm optimistic we can be satisfied after the final whistle."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors pose: "We understand their approach, how intense and combative they are. They work tirelessly a lot and make every game so hard."
Speaking about today as the initial of three matches at home back-to-back: "Kicking off with a victory in this round would be fantastic. There are three vital matches prior to the international break and I hope we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on today and afterwards we will consider the next matches."
