The match is planned for 4:30 PM GMT while Manchester City prepare to host the Cherries on their home turf.
"Hopefully we can be pleased when the game finishes," commented City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the match: "It's really important. We are playing a strong side and now they are second. I hope we can be satisfied after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat the visitors pose: "We know how they play, their high energy and physical they are. They run so much and make every game so hard."
On today being the first of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "Kicking off with a win now would be fantastic. We have three crucial matches ahead of the FIFA window and I'm confident we achieve the full nine points. Our attention is on now and later we will consider the upcoming fixtures."
