The match is scheduled for 16:30 GMT as the Citizens aim to welcome the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game finishes," stated City midfielder Gonzalez.
Important Remarks from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the game: "This is crucial. We face a top team and now they are in second place. Hopefully we can be satisfied when it's over."
Regarding the threat the visitors pose: "We understand their approach, how intense and aggressive they are. They run so much and turn each match so hard."
Speaking about today as the opening of three home games in a row: "Kicking off with a win in this round would be fantastic. We have three really important tests prior to the break for internationals and I'm confident we secure the three wins. Our attention is on now and afterwards we will look at the following games."
