The match is scheduled for 16:30 GMT as City aim to host Bournemouth in Manchester.
"Hopefully we can be happy at the end of the game finishes," commented City player Gonzalez.
Important Comments from the City Star
On the importance of the game: "It's really important. We are playing a quality opponent currently they are second. I hope we can be happy at the end."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth pose: "We understand their style, their intensity and combative they are. They work tirelessly extensively and make every game so hard."
Speaking about today as the first of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "Beginning with a win now would be amazing. We have three really important tests prior to the break for internationals and I'm confident we get the three wins. We must concentrate on today and later we will consider the next matches."
