Kickoff is set for half past four GMT as the Citizens aim to welcome the Cherries at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be satisfied when the game concludes," commented Manchester City player Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Quotes from the City Star
On the importance of the match: "It's really important. We face a top team and now they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be pleased after the final whistle."
On the challenge the visitors pose: "We know their style, how intense and aggressive they are. They run extensively and make every game so hard."
Speaking about today as the initial of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Kicking off with a win in this round would be amazing. We have three crucial matches prior to the break for internationals and I'm confident we get the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on this game and later we will look at the upcoming fixtures."
