The match is scheduled for half past four GMT while City get ready to entertain the Cherries at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be pleased when the game is over," commented City midfielder Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from Nico Gonzalez
Speaking about the weight of the match: "It's really important. We face a top team and now they are runner-up. Hopefully we can be pleased when it's over."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors offer: "We understand their style, their high energy and aggressive they are. They run a lot and make every game challenging."
On today being the opening of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "Kicking off with a victory now would be fantastic. There are three vital challenges ahead of the FIFA window and I hope we get the three wins. We must concentrate on now and later we will see the following games."
