Kickoff is set for 16:30 GMT while City aim to host the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I hope we can be pleased at the end of the game concludes," said City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Comments from Nico Gonzalez
Speaking about the weight of the game: "It's really important. We face a quality opponent currently they are runner-up. I hope we can be happy after the final whistle."
On the challenge the visitors present: "We understand their style, how intense and combative they are. They run so much and turn each match very difficult."
Speaking about today as the initial of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Kicking off with a win now would be amazing. We have three crucial challenges before the break for internationals and I'm confident we secure the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on today and next week we will consider the next matches."
