Kickoff is set for half past four GMT as the Citizens prepare to welcome the Cherries in Manchester.
"I hope we can be pleased when the game concludes," said City player Nico Gonzalez.
Important Comments from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the match: "This is crucial. We are playing a strong side currently they are second. I'm optimistic we can be happy after the final whistle."
On the challenge the visitors pose: "We know their approach, their intensity and physical they are. They run a lot and turn each match so hard."
Speaking about today as the opening of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Kicking off with a three points this week would be fantastic. We have three crucial challenges before the international break and hopefully we secure the three wins. Our attention is on today and afterwards we will consider the next matches."
