The match is planned for half past four GMT as the Citizens aim to host the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied at the end of the game finishes," commented City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Remarks from the City Star
On the importance of the match: "It's really important. We face a quality opponent currently they are in second place. I hope we can be happy at the end."
On the challenge the visitors offer: "We're aware their approach, their high energy and aggressive they are. They run a lot and make every game challenging."
Speaking about today as the first of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "Kicking off with a victory this week would be brilliant. There are three crucial challenges prior to the international break and I'm confident we get the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on this game and afterwards we will see the upcoming fixtures."
