Kickoff is set for 16:30 GMT as Manchester City get ready to welcome the Cherries in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game concludes," stated Manchester City player Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
On the importance of the match: "It's a vital game. We face a quality opponent and now they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be pleased when it's over."
On the challenge the visitors present: "We know how they play, their high energy and combative they are. They work tirelessly a lot and turn each match challenging."
Speaking about today as the first of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "Beginning with a win in this round would be amazing. We have three vital challenges ahead of the break for internationals and hopefully we get the full nine points. Let's focus on today and afterwards we will consider the following games."
