Kickoff is planned for 16:30 GMT as the Citizens aim to host Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be happy at the end of the game finishes," stated City player Gonzalez.
Important Comments from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the match: "This is crucial. We are playing a top team currently they are second. I hope we can be happy at the end."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth pose: "We know their style, their high energy and combative they are. They work tirelessly extensively and ensure every fixture so hard."
Speaking about today as the first of three home games back-to-back: "To start with a win now would be fantastic. We have three really important challenges ahead of the FIFA window and I'm confident we get the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on this game and afterwards we will consider the following games."
