Kickoff is scheduled for 4:30 PM GMT while City get ready to host the Cherries in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased at the end of the game finishes," said Manchester City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
On the importance of the match: "It's really important. We are playing a top team currently they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be happy when it's over."
Regarding the threat the visitors present: "We know their style, their intensity and physical they are. They cover ground extensively and turn each match so hard."
On today being the opening of three home games in a row: "To start with a three points in this round would be brilliant. We have three really important matches before the break for internationals and I'm confident we get the full nine points. We must concentrate on now and later we will look at the next matches."
