Kickoff is planned for 16:30 GMT as City prepare to host the Cherries on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied when the game concludes," stated City midfielder Gonzalez.
Important Remarks from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the match: "It's really important. We face a quality opponent and now they are runner-up. I hope we can be happy at the end."
Regarding the threat the visitors present: "We understand how they play, their high energy and physical they are. They run so much and turn each match very difficult."
Speaking about today as the first of three matches at home consecutively: "Beginning with a win this week would be fantastic. There are three vital tests prior to the break for internationals and I'm confident we secure the three wins. Our attention is on today and next week we will look at the upcoming fixtures."
