Kickoff is set for 16:30 GMT while City aim to entertain the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied at the end of the game finishes," stated City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Quotes from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We are playing a top team and now they are second. I'm optimistic we can be satisfied after the final whistle."
On the challenge the visitors present: "We're aware their style, their high energy and aggressive they are. They run so much and ensure every fixture challenging."
Speaking about today as the initial of three matches at home in a row: "To start with a victory now would be brilliant. There are three really important tests prior to the break for internationals and I'm confident we get the three wins. Our attention is on now and afterwards we will look at the following games."
