The match is set for 4:30 PM GMT while City get ready to host the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game concludes," said Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the match: "It's really important. We're up against a top team and now they are in second place. I hope we can be happy after the final whistle."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors offer: "We understand how they play, how intense and physical they are. They cover ground extensively and turn each match very difficult."
On today being the initial of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "Beginning with a three points in this round would be amazing. We have three vital tests prior to the break for internationals and hopefully we get the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on today and afterwards we will look at the following games."
