The match is planned for half past four GMT while the Citizens aim to host the Cherries in Manchester.
"Hopefully we can be happy when the game is over," stated City player Gonzalez.
Important Quotes from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the fixture: "It's really important. We are playing a top team currently they are in second place. Hopefully we can be satisfied when it's over."
On the challenge the visitors pose: "We understand how they play, their intensity and combative they are. They run extensively and turn each match very difficult."
On today being the first of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Beginning with a three points now would be fantastic. We have three vital challenges before the FIFA window and I'm confident we achieve the full nine points. Our attention is on this game and next week we will look at the following games."
