The match is planned for 16:30 GMT as the Citizens get ready to welcome the Cherries in Manchester.
"I hope we can be satisfied at the end of the game concludes," said Manchester City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
On the importance of the match: "It's really important. We're up against a top team currently they are second. I'm optimistic we can be pleased when it's over."
Regarding the threat the visitors offer: "We're aware their approach, their intensity and aggressive they are. They cover ground a lot and turn each match so hard."
On today being the initial of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "To start with a win this week would be brilliant. We have three crucial tests before the break for internationals and I hope we get the full nine points. Let's focus on today and next week we will consider the following games."
