The match is planned for half past four GMT while Manchester City get ready to host the Cherries on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased when the game is over," stated Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.
Notable Remarks from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the match: "This is crucial. We're up against a top team and now they are runner-up. I hope we can be pleased at the end."
On the challenge the visitors present: "We know their approach, how intense and physical they are. They run so much and turn each match so hard."
Speaking about today as the first of three matches at home back-to-back: "Kicking off with a victory this week would be fantastic. We have three crucial tests ahead of the break for internationals and I hope we achieve the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on today and later we will see the upcoming fixtures."
