Kickoff is scheduled for 4:30 PM GMT as the Citizens get ready to host the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased when the game concludes," said City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from Nico Gonzalez
Speaking about the weight of the fixture: "This is crucial. We face a quality opponent currently they are second. I hope we can be pleased after the final whistle."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors present: "We know their approach, how intense and physical they are. They run a lot and make every game so hard."
Speaking about today as the opening of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Beginning with a victory this week would be fantastic. We have three really important matches before the break for internationals and I hope we get the three wins. We must concentrate on now and later we will look at the next matches."
