Kickoff is set for 16:30 GMT as City prepare to entertain the Cherries in Manchester.
"I hope we can be satisfied when the game concludes," said Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Comments from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "It's really important. We're up against a quality opponent and now they are in second place. I hope we can be happy after the final whistle."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors present: "We're aware how they play, their high energy and aggressive they are. They run so much and turn each match so hard."
Speaking about today as the opening of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "To start with a victory in this round would be fantastic. We have three crucial challenges before the FIFA window and I hope we get the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on today and afterwards we will consider the upcoming fixtures."
