The match is planned for 4:30 PM GMT as the Citizens get ready to welcome the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I hope we can be pleased at the end of the game concludes," commented Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "It's really important. We face a top team currently they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be pleased when it's over."
On the challenge the visitors present: "We're aware their style, their high energy and combative they are. They work tirelessly a lot and make every game challenging."
On today being the initial of three home games consecutively: "Kicking off with a win in this round would be brilliant. We have three really important challenges prior to the FIFA window and I hope we get the three wins. We must concentrate on this game and next week we will look at the next matches."
