Kickoff is planned for 16:30 GMT as the Citizens aim to host the Cherries at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be satisfied at the end of the game concludes," stated City player Gonzalez.
Important Comments from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the game: "It's a vital game. We are playing a strong side and now they are second. I hope we can be satisfied at the end."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors offer: "We know how they play, their intensity and combative they are. They cover ground a lot and ensure every fixture so hard."
Speaking about today as the first of three matches at home in a row: "Beginning with a victory now would be fantastic. There are three really important matches prior to the FIFA window and I hope we secure the full nine points. We must concentrate on this game and afterwards we will see the next matches."
