The match is scheduled for 4:30 PM GMT as City get ready to welcome the Cherries on their home turf.
"Hopefully we can be happy when the game concludes," commented Manchester City player Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from the City Star
On the importance of the match: "It's a vital game. We face a top team currently they are runner-up. I hope we can be happy when it's over."
Regarding the threat the visitors offer: "We understand how they play, their high energy and physical they are. They cover ground so much and make every game very difficult."
Speaking about today as the initial of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "To start with a three points in this round would be fantastic. We have three vital matches before the FIFA window and I hope we achieve the three wins. Let's focus on now and afterwards we will look at the following games."