Kickoff is set for half past four GMT as Manchester City aim to welcome the Cherries in Manchester.
"I hope we can be pleased at the end of the game is over," commented City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "It's really important. We face a top team and now they are runner-up. Hopefully we can be pleased at the end."
On the challenge the visitors present: "We understand their style, how intense and combative they are. They work tirelessly extensively and make every game very difficult."
Regarding today as the initial of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "To start with a victory now would be fantastic. There are three vital matches ahead of the FIFA window and I hope we achieve the full nine points. We must concentrate on now and later we will consider the upcoming fixtures."
