Kickoff is scheduled for 4:30 PM GMT while Manchester City aim to welcome the Cherries in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased when the game finishes," commented City player Gonzalez.
Notable Quotes from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the game: "It's really important. We're up against a strong side currently they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be happy at the end."
Regarding the threat the visitors pose: "We know how they play, their intensity and aggressive they are. They run extensively and make every game challenging."
Regarding today as the initial of three matches at home in a row: "Kicking off with a three points now would be fantastic. We have three crucial tests prior to the international break and hopefully we achieve the three wins. Let's focus on this game and afterwards we will see the upcoming fixtures."
