The match is scheduled for 16:30 GMT while City prepare to host the Cherries in Manchester.
"Hopefully we can be satisfied when the game concludes," commented City player Nico Gonzalez.
Important Remarks from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the match: "This is crucial. We face a strong side and now they are in second place. Hopefully we can be happy after the final whistle."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors present: "We know how they play, their high energy and aggressive they are. They run a lot and turn each match challenging."
On today being the initial of three home games consecutively: "To start with a three points now would be brilliant. We have three crucial tests before the FIFA window and hopefully we secure the full nine points. We must concentrate on today and afterwards we will look at the next matches."
