The match is set for 4:30 PM GMT as the Citizens aim to host the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I hope we can be pleased when the game concludes," said City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the game: "It's really important. We face a top team and now they are second. Hopefully we can be pleased when it's over."
On the challenge the visitors present: "We know how they play, how intense and aggressive they are. They run a lot and turn each match very difficult."
Regarding today as the first of three home games back-to-back: "Kicking off with a victory this week would be fantastic. There are three really important challenges ahead of the FIFA window and hopefully we achieve the full nine points. Our attention is on this game and afterwards we will consider the upcoming fixtures."
