The match is scheduled for 16:30 GMT while City aim to host the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I hope we can be satisfied when the game finishes," said City player Gonzalez.
Speaking about the weight of the fixture: "This is crucial. We face a strong side and now they are runner-up. I hope we can be pleased when it's over."
On the challenge the visitors present: "We're aware their style, how intense and physical they are. They run so much and make every game very difficult."
On today being the opening of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "To start with a three points in this round would be amazing. There are three crucial tests prior to the FIFA window and I hope we achieve the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on this game and later we will look at the following games."
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