Kickoff is scheduled for 16:30 GMT as the Citizens aim to host the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I hope we can be satisfied at the end of the game concludes," stated City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We're up against a strong side and now they are in second place. I hope we can be pleased at the end."
Regarding the threat the visitors present: "We understand their approach, how intense and combative they are. They work tirelessly a lot and make every game so hard."
Speaking about today as the first of three matches at home back-to-back: "Kicking off with a win in this round would be fantastic. There are three vital tests prior to the break for internationals and hopefully we achieve the three wins. Let's focus on this game and afterwards we will consider the following games."
