The match is set for half past four GMT as City get ready to host the Cherries on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game is over," stated Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Quotes from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the game: "This is crucial. We're up against a top team and now they are in second place. Hopefully we can be pleased when it's over."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors offer: "We know their approach, how intense and combative they are. They run a lot and make every game so hard."
Speaking about today as the opening of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "Beginning with a victory now would be fantastic. We have three vital matches ahead of the break for internationals and hopefully we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on now and later we will look at the next matches."
