Kickoff is planned for 4:30 PM GMT as City prepare to entertain the Cherries in Manchester.
"Hopefully we can be happy at the end of the game concludes," stated City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the match: "This is crucial. We are playing a strong side and now they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be pleased when it's over."
On the challenge the visitors offer: "We know how they play, their high energy and combative they are. They work tirelessly a lot and ensure every fixture very difficult."
On today being the opening of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Beginning with a win now would be fantastic. There are three really important tests prior to the FIFA window and I hope we secure the full nine points. Let's focus on this game and later we will see the upcoming fixtures."
