The match is planned for 4:30 PM GMT as Manchester City aim to welcome the Cherries in Manchester.
"I hope we can be happy at the end of the game is over," stated City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
On the importance of the match: "It's a vital game. We're up against a quality opponent and now they are second. Hopefully we can be pleased after the final whistle."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors pose: "We're aware how they play, how intense and combative they are. They cover ground so much and turn each match very difficult."
Regarding today as the opening of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "To start with a win in this round would be amazing. There are three really important matches prior to the international break and hopefully we secure the full nine points. Our attention is on this game and afterwards we will consider the next matches."
