The match is scheduled for 16:30 GMT while City get ready to entertain the Cherries in Manchester.
"I hope we can be happy at the end of the game finishes," commented Manchester City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "It's really important. We are playing a top team currently they are in second place. Hopefully we can be happy when it's over."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors pose: "We're aware how they play, their intensity and combative they are. They work tirelessly so much and make every game challenging."
On today being the initial of three matches at home consecutively: "To start with a win this week would be amazing. There are three crucial tests ahead of the break for internationals and I hope we achieve the full nine points. We must concentrate on now and next week we will see the upcoming fixtures."
