Kickoff is scheduled for 4:30 PM GMT while Manchester City prepare to welcome the Cherries in Manchester.
"I hope we can be pleased when the game is over," commented City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the game: "This is crucial. We are playing a top team currently they are in second place. I hope we can be happy at the end."
Regarding the threat the visitors present: "We know their approach, their intensity and physical they are. They cover ground so much and make every game challenging."
Speaking about today as the opening of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "Beginning with a win in this round would be amazing. We have three vital matches before the international break and hopefully we secure the three wins. We must concentrate on this game and afterwards we will see the next matches."
