Kickoff is scheduled for 4:30 PM GMT as City aim to host the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased at the end of the game concludes," said City player Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We face a top team and now they are in second place. I hope we can be happy after the final whistle."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors offer: "We're aware their approach, how intense and physical they are. They work tirelessly extensively and ensure every fixture so hard."
Speaking about today as the opening of three home games back-to-back: "Kicking off with a win this week would be amazing. We have three crucial matches ahead of the FIFA window and I'm confident we secure the full nine points. Let's focus on today and afterwards we will look at the following games."
