Kickoff is scheduled for half past four GMT while the Citizens aim to welcome the Cherries in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased at the end of the game is over," stated City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the fixture: "It's really important. We face a quality opponent and now they are in second place. Hopefully we can be pleased when it's over."
Regarding the threat the visitors present: "We know their style, their intensity and aggressive they are. They run so much and make every game challenging."
Regarding today as the first of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "To start with a win this week would be amazing. There are three vital challenges prior to the international break and I hope we get the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on this game and next week we will consider the following games."
