The match is planned for 4:30 PM GMT as City aim to host the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied at the end of the game finishes," commented City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We face a top team and now they are second. Hopefully we can be pleased at the end."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors present: "We know their style, their high energy and aggressive they are. They work tirelessly extensively and turn each match so hard."
Regarding today as the opening of three matches at home consecutively: "To start with a three points in this round would be fantastic. There are three crucial matches ahead of the FIFA window and I'm confident we secure the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on this game and afterwards we will consider the following games."
