Kickoff is planned for half past four GMT as Manchester City prepare to entertain the Cherries on their home turf.
"I hope we can be happy at the end of the game is over," stated City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "It's really important. We are playing a top team and now they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be happy when it's over."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors pose: "We know their style, how intense and physical they are. They work tirelessly a lot and ensure every fixture so hard."
Regarding today as the initial of three matches at home in a row: "To start with a three points in this round would be amazing. We have three really important matches ahead of the break for internationals and I hope we achieve the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on now and afterwards we will look at the next matches."
