The match is scheduled for half past four GMT while City get ready to host the Cherries on their home turf.
"I hope we can be satisfied when the game finishes," commented City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We face a quality opponent currently they are second. I'm optimistic we can be happy when it's over."
On the challenge Bournemouth pose: "We know how they play, how intense and aggressive they are. They cover ground so much and turn each match so hard."
Regarding today as the opening of three matches at home back-to-back: "To start with a three points in this round would be brilliant. There are three vital tests prior to the FIFA window and hopefully we get the three wins. Let's focus on today and afterwards we will consider the next matches."
