Kickoff is set for 16:30 GMT while the Citizens get ready to entertain the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game concludes," stated City player Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We face a quality opponent and now they are runner-up. Hopefully we can be happy at the end."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors pose: "We understand their approach, how intense and combative they are. They work tirelessly a lot and make every game very difficult."
On today being the first of three matches at home consecutively: "Beginning with a victory this week would be fantastic. We have three vital tests prior to the break for internationals and I'm confident we achieve the three wins. Our attention is on now and afterwards we will look at the next matches."
