The match is scheduled for 4:30 PM GMT as the Citizens get ready to entertain the Cherries on their home turf.
"Hopefully we can be pleased at the end of the game finishes," said Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from the City Star
On the importance of the match: "This is crucial. We're up against a quality opponent currently they are second. I'm optimistic we can be pleased at the end."
On the challenge the visitors pose: "We're aware how they play, their high energy and physical they are. They cover ground extensively and turn each match so hard."
Speaking about today as the opening of three matches at home back-to-back: "Kicking off with a victory now would be amazing. There are three crucial matches ahead of the FIFA window and hopefully we get the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on now and afterwards we will look at the next matches."
