Kickoff is scheduled for 16:30 GMT while City aim to welcome the Cherries on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased when the game finishes," stated Manchester City player Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Quotes from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the match: "It's really important. We face a top team and now they are in second place. I hope we can be satisfied after the final whistle."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors pose: "We understand their style, their intensity and physical they are. They run extensively and make every game very difficult."
Regarding today as the initial of three matches at home consecutively: "Kicking off with a victory now would be fantastic. There are three vital challenges ahead of the FIFA window and hopefully we get the three wins. Our attention is on now and afterwards we will look at the upcoming fixtures."
